HEALTHY RECIPE: Cranberry Coconut Smoothie

Blend 1/4 cup dried cranberries, 10 fresh cherries, 1 cup fresh blueberries, 1/2 avocado, 1 banana, 2 tbsp ground flax seeds, 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 fresh basil leaves, 1 tbsp chia seeds, 2 tbsp coconut flakes, 1 tsp honey, 5 raw cashews and a dash of cinnamon until smooth and serve chilled. This smoothie has good amounts of Vitamin C and fiber.

Coconut is cooling in nature and is rich in saturated fats and fiber. While cranberry is a good source of Vitamin C and Vitamin B-6. This smoothie also includes the goodness of blueberries, avocado, and chia seeds.

Cranberry Coconut Smoothie:

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 10 fresh cherries
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 1/2 ripe avocado
• 1 large ripe banana
• 2 tablespoons ground flax seeds
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)
• 2 fresh basil leaves
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 2 tablespoons coconut flakes
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 5 raw cashews
• Dash of cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender; pulse until smooth.
2. Refrigerate adequately
3. Pour into serving glass.
4. Enjoy!