Cherry-Ginger Smoothie - 1 cup for hand blenders

Cuisinart original

Coconut milk beverage, normally found in a carton, is much lighter than traditional coconut milk. Substitute 2/3 cup of the canned version for a creamier, richer smoothie.

Yields

Makes about 1 cup

Ingredients

1    cup dark, sweet frozen cherries
¾    cup coconut milk beverage
1    piece (¾-inch) fresh ginger, peeled and halved


Nutritional information

Nutritional information per serving (1 cup):

Calories 242 (57% from fat) • carb. 25g • sugars 18g • pro. 3g • fat 16g • sat. fat 14g

• chol. 0mg • sod. 10mg • calc. 14mg • fiber 3g

Instructions

1.Put all ingredients, in the order listed, into the mixing beaker. Using the blending shaft, select Speed 5 and blend, using an up-and-down motion, for about 30 seconds.
2.Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.