Berry Good For You Smoothie

Smoothies are a great way to get a dose of fruit, fiber and good fats. This shake is loaded with antioxidants and full of flavour. Adding a little canola oil to it gives me omega-3 fats and vitamin E as well as a smoother taste. Every body wins with canola oil!

Ingredients:

• 1 medium banana (1)
• 1/2 cup blueberries (125 mL)
• 1/2 cup strawberries (125 mL)
• 1/2 cup green tea, cooled (125 mL)
• 1/2 cup cranberry juice (125 mL)
• 4 ice cubes (4)
• 2 tsp canola oil (10 mL)

Instructions:

1. In a blender, add banana, blueberries, strawberries, green tea, cranberry juice, ice cubes and canola oil.

2. Blend until combined. Serve immediately.

Yield: 2 cups (500 mL) for 4 servings of 1/2 cup (125 mL) each.

Tip: Use fresh or frozen fruit. Your favorite cold tea may be substituted for green tea.

	Nutritional Analysis     Based on 1/2 cup (125 mL) serving     Calories 80 cal Total Fat 3 g Saturated Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg Sodium 0 mg Carbohydrates 15 g Fibre 2 g Protein 1 g

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