Refreshing Cherry-Lime Smoothie

Garnet-hued.

Cold.

Lime-splashed.

Frothy.

Smooth.

Cherry-packed.

Enlivening.

Seven of my favorite characteristics all wrapped up in one smoothie.

This smoothie comes together in a quick 5 to 10 minutes, depending on the swiftness of your lime-juicing, blender-packing moves. Up until the last year or so, I moved a bit too quickly through our kitchen; flinging fruit, splashing water, and banging pots was all part of my haphazard approach. But the more time I spend in the kitchen, the more I slow down. Have to take time to smell the freshly-blended smoothies, right?

To make this one, you’ll add frozen cherries, peeled green apple, coconut water, lime juice, and dates to a blender. Blend until smooth, pour into a glass, and garnish with a lime wedge if you’re feelin’ fancy. The result is a crisp, sweet, and refreshing smoothie that’s just tart enough to perk up a sleepy morning palate. Plus, it packs an impressive array of good-for-your-bod micronutrients that’ll keep you hydrated, energized, and glowing throughout your (Mon)day.

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Refreshing Cherry-Lime Smoothie

A refreshing and hydrating blend of frozen cherries, green apple, coconut water, lime juice, and dates. This smoothie is sweet with just the right amount of tartness.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Total Time 10 minutes

Servings 1

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups frozen cherries
• 1 green apple, peeled, cored and roughly diced
• 1/2 cup coconut water
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice*
• 2 dates, pitted
• 1/4 cup ice, optional

Instructions

• Add all ingredients to a blender, and blend until smooth.

Notes

*2 tablespoons is the juice from approximately 1 medium lime.