Cathleen Crobons

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Healthy Raspberry and Peach Smoothie

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This Healthy Raspberry and Peach Smoothie is a great breakfast or snack option that you will want to start adding to your daily routine. It is packed with nutrient rich and beneficial ingredients like coconut water, tart raspberries, sweet peaches, riced cauliflower, and protein powder.

You will love the positive benefits from the healthy ingredients in this tasty smoothie and the natural sweetness from the raspberries and peaches!  This smoothie will fill you up and leave you feeling satisfied for what your day has to offer.

If you are looking for more drink recipes, try my: Anti-Inflammatory Cherry Smoothie with Blueberries, Raspberry Cashew Milk or Homemade Anti-Inflammatory Juice.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe?

  • It is healthy. Both raspberries and peaches are packed with essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Raspberries are high in vitamin C, manganese, and dietary fiber.  Peaches are a great source of vitamin A, vitamin C and potassium. Adding these nutrient rich ingredients to your smoothie will help to boost your overall health and well-being.

  • It is easy. This recipe is quick and simple. All you need to do is place all of the ingredients in a blender and process until smooth.  Pour it into your cup of choice and you are ready to go!

  • It is delicious. This smoothie recipe is quite tasty and vibrantly colored. You will love the perfect balance between the sweetness and tartness of the ingredients.

Ingredients

Here are notes about the ingredients needed to make this raspberry peach smoothie recipe.  All of these ingredients can be found at your local grocery store.

  • Coconut water

  • Raspberries: Use frozen raspberries.

  • Peaches: Use frozen peaches.

  • Cauliflower: Use frozen riced cauliflower.

  • Lime

  • Coconut cream: Use the thick part that sits on top in a can of full fat coconut milk.

  • Protein powder: I prefer to use vanilla protein powder.

  • Mint leaves

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Step-By-Step Instructions

Here is how to make this simple smoothie recipe.

Step 1: Place all ingredients in a high-speed blender.

Step 2: Puree the mixture until fully blended.

Step 3: Pour into a glass and enjoy!

Expert Tips

  • I like to use frozen raspberries, peaches and cauliflower for convenience and for the ability to enjoy this anytime of the year.  You could use fresh fruit and vegetables if you prefer. If you choose to use fresh, I would add a handful of ice cubes too.

  • To make this a bit sweeter, try adding honey or maple syrup.

Variations

  • Feel free to use your liquid of choice in place of the coconut water.

  • Toss in other fruits or veggies you may have on hand, like spinach, mixed berries or kale. You might also enjoy adding in a teaspoon or chia seeds!

Serving Suggestions

You can have this peach raspberry smoothie  as a breakfast or healthy snack choice anytime of the day. Enjoy this smoothie with a piece of your favorite toast, some nuts or an egg!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use fresh fruit?

Yes. Fresh fruit in place of the frozen fruit is a fine option. You can also mix in other fresh fruits or vegetables you may have on hand to pack this smoothie full of even more healthy nutrients! To ensure your smoothie is nice and cold, throw in a handful of ice cubes too!

Could I use a premade protein drink in place of the coconut water and protein powder?

Yes. Feel free to use a premade protein drink as your liquid of choice.  

What can I do with leftovers?

Smoothies are usually best when consumed immediately. If you choose to blend this in advance, be sure to shake it or mix it well before drinking because the ingredients may separate or settle.

More Healthy Recipes

Hummingbird Baked Oats (gluten free and vegan): Make this the night before and it will serve you and your family for at least a couple days worth of breakfasts. Don’t forget toppings, kids love toppings!

Grilled Peach Salad: Salads are the perfect summer meal, or side dish…Just depends on how you want to serve it. Making dinner as simple as possible is how I like it. This way you can enjoy a summer evening on the patio, instead of in the kitchen!

Strawberry Glow Up Smoothie: Frozen strawberries are making this smoothie perfectly sweet without added sugars. The avocado, well that’s providing a healthy fat. While the collagen is helping your hair, nails, skin and joints.

If you make this delicious smoothie, don't forget to come back and leave a 5-star rating and a comment below.

Many Hugs,

Cathleen

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