Low-fat, Low Calorie Lemon Raspberry Smoothie

A refreshing low cal yogurt smoothie is perfect for an afternoon healthy snack, especially if you are counting calories to lose weight. In your smoothie blender, mix: - 1 cup of frozen raspberries (about 75 calories) - 1 cup of low-fat lemon yogurt (Yoplait is about 100 calories) - Juice of one fresh lemon (drain seeds, pulp is ok) (About 15 calories) - 1 teaspoon of chia seed (about 15 calories-and a great source for...

Lemon Mango Smoothie

This yogurt smoothie is a family favorite!  We love the sweet tart refreshing taste of mangos and lemons mixed together! As a breakfast smoothie -this smoothie mix gets us ready for the day! In your smoothie blender, mix: -1 cup frozen mango -Juice of one fresh lemon (drain seeds, pulp is ok, you can even add some zest if you like) -1 banana or a generous ½ cup of frozen banana chips -1 cup of low-fat lemon yogurt Tell your...

Lemonade Berry Smoothie

Hot days remind all of us of lemonade stands. Why not add a little twist? Grab your smoothie blender and mix frozen lemonade concentrate with the fruits you like best. One of our favorites is lemonade and berries. It is a wonderful combination of sweet and tart that you might enjoy too! -1 cup of raspberries (fresh or frozen) -1 cup of strawberries (fresh or frozen) -1 small can of frozen Minute Maid Raspberry...

Lemon Pineapple Smoothie Dessert

After dinner on a hot summer’s day, dessert really doesn’t get any better than this. Mix in your smoothie blender for 4 servings: - 2 cups of cold Crystal Light no calorie lemonade - 1 cup of Dannon low fat lemon yogurt - 2 cups of frozen pineapple chunks (or chilled canned chunks) - 1 cup of Pineapple sherbert (Blue Bunny makes a good one, or choose your favorite local brand or even make your own following Paula...

Strawberry Lemonade Yogurt Smoothie Mix

This afternoon if your kids come in after playing looking for healthy snack, one great idea might be a strawberry lemonade yogurt smoothie mix: In your smoothie blender mix: -2 cups of lemonade -2 cups of frozen strawberries -1 cup of low-fat strawberry yogurt Free Fruit Smoothie Recipes...

Tropical Delight Dessert Smoothie

Summer fruits and refreshing sorbets are a perfect mix for a light desert that you can enjoy, even if you are counting calories to lose weight. In your smoothie blender mix: -1/2 cup of pineapple chunks -1/2 cup of strawberries (fresh or frozen) -1/2 cup of banana chunks ( fresh or frozen) -1 cup of lime sorbet (sherbert) Mix until it is the consistency you like best. If you need to add some ice cubes or a splash of orange...

Rum Smoothie Mix for Dessert

Smoothies are usually not considered a desert, but adding a touch of rum to a smoothie is often the perfect answer for a delicious summer desert Try this and you will be sure to have everyone asking for seconds! First, in your smoothie blender mix: -2 cups mango chunks -2 ripe bananas cut in chunks -1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (2 limes) -1/3 cup rum (white or spiced) -1 and 1/4 cup orange juice Pour in a chilled...

Memorial Day Yogurt Smoothie

Memorial Day, summer’s kick off is well-known for wonderful barbecues -and this year you can add refreshing lime kiwi smoothies to your menu!  Not only is a healthy smoothie mix the perfect way to add fruit nutrition to your weekend partying, it is also a wonderful, refreshing meal choice for people who are counting calories to lose weight.  In your smoothie blender mix: Juice of 1 lime (fresh or concentrate, but...

Kiwi-Banana Healthy Smoothie Mix

This smoothie mix is not only healthy–it tastes so good!  We love kiwis-and are always looking to find ways to include them in our meals. This refreshing smoothie gives us the perfect answer! The juice is the ideal mixer and adding a teaspoon of Mila we make sure we are getting the omega 3′s we need to keep our cholesterol low. In your smoothie blender mix: 1 cup of fresh cut kiwi 2 cups of cut ripe banana (or...

Strawberry-Lemonade Smoothie Mix

My family loves this smoothie mix for an afternoon snack -especially in the summer, so I usually double it so I can serve 3 or 4.  These are all ingredients I have in my refrigerator most of the time so, although a special treat for my family an easy one to make for me! In your smoothie blender, mix 2 cups  lemonade- I usually use Crystal Lite.  (Pink lemonade is perfect if you have it !) 2 cups  strawberries 1-2 cups...