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How to Make a Cantaloupe Smoothie

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Make a Cantaloupe Smoothie
Make a Cantaloupe Smoothie

Take advantage of the luscious summer melon crop to make this refreshing smoothie that's high in vitamin C. This recipe serves one.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • 1 large frozen bananas
  • 2 tsp. honey
  • 1/2 c. plain or vanilla low-fat or nonfat yogurt
  • 1/4 of a ripe cantaloupes
  • blenders
  • 2 tbsp. nonfat powdered milks
  • 2 tbsp. frozen orange juice concentrates
  • 1/2 c. crushed ice
  • Blenders
  • 1/2 c. crushed ice
  • 2 tbsp. frozen orange juice concentrates
  • 1/4 of a ripe cantaloupes
  • 2 tbsp. nonfat powdered milks
  • 2 tsp. honey
  • 1 large frozen bananas
  • 1/2 c. plain or vanilla low-fat or nonfat yogurt
  1. Step 1

    Slice frozen banana into bite-sized chunks.

  2. Step 2

    Cut up cantaloupe, removing the skin and seeds.

  3. Step 3

    Put the fruit into a blender with yogurt, honey, powdered milk, orange juice concentrate and crushed ice.

  4. Step 4

    Cover and blend until smooth.

Tips & Warnings
  • Bananas can be frozen for up to three months.
  • Add some lemonade or a small amount of lemon juice if the smoothie tastes too sweet.
  • Add 1 tbsp. blackstrap molasses for extra iron.
  • Add 1 tbsp. brewer's yeast to provide a protein boost.
  • Add 1 tbsp. flaxseed oil for a dose of omega-3 fatty acids.
  • Add 1 tsp. bee pollen to increase amino acids.
  • Some people are allergic to bee pollen or one of the other add-ins.
  • Follow package directions carefully or consult your doctor if you have questions.

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