Smoothie Walker: Summer Nectar/Cherry Blossom 🌞

Summer Nectar



Rich and berry red, a gulp of this juice will take you back to the
summer. Lavender is known for its calmative properties, so it’s great
taken when you’re feeling stressed. It also treats gastrointestinal
problems and can be an effective pain relief. Check the lavender is
edible and hasn’t been sprayed with pesticides before use.

2 lavender flowers, stem removed
4 peaches, pitted
4 handfuls of raspberries
3 handfuls of pitted frozen dark cherries, defrosted
2 teaspoons açaí berry powder (see page 14)

SERVES 2

Steep the lavender in 100 ml/⅓ cup just-boiled water and leave to
infuse for 1 hour. Just before serving, juice the peaches, raspberries
and cherries. Strain the lavender water, discard the flowers and stir
the soaking water into the juice with the açaí berry powder until
combined.

from "Super Fresh Juices and Smoothies"


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Cherry Blossom



Beautiful cherry blossoms are the flower of the Japanese cherry tree, known
as the “sakura.” In Japanese culture, the cherry blossom is a symbol of good
fortune and is also an emblem of love, affection, and spring. Cherries are
one of the first fruits to ripen but have one of the shortest growing seasons.
At Fresh we use pitted frozen cherries all year round. Cherries are cherished
for their concentration of antioxidants, but they also possess high levels of
melatonin, which helps to relax and regulate sleep cycles.

Ingredients

4 red apples
1 frozen banana
6 cherries, pitted
2 tbsp fresh or frozen raspberries ice (optional)
Method
Juice the apples. Transfer the juice to a blender and add remaining
ingredients. Blend, starting on a low setting and then switching to a higher
setting, for about 1 minute. Serve in a tall glass.

from "Fresh Essentials Fruit Smoothies"

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