Pink Pom-Pom Smoothie
By Claire Georgiou, Reboot Naturopath, B.HSc ND
Looking for a refreshing blend that will fill you up on loads of nutrients and will only take you minutes to prepare? Try this smoothie! Pomegranates contain high levels of flavonoids and polyphenols, potent antioxidants offering protection against heart disease and cancer. Pomegranate juice has shown wonderful results for cardiac patients. In one study, 1 ounce was consumed for 1-3 years by patients with carotid artery stenosis which reduced their blood pressure, arterial plague thickness and LDL cholesterol oxidation so drink up!
Ingredients
- 1 pomegranate
- 1 orange (I used a blood orange of course because I love them so much!)
- 1 cup (250 ml) coconut water (or Coconut ice – frozen coconut ice cubes)
- 1 large handful of leafy greens (optional)
Directions
- Wash leafy greens well.
- Remove the pomegranate seeds. Follow this easy 3-step, no-mess process from the Pomegranate Council.
- Place all ingredients in blender.
- Blend until smooth for about 45 – 60 seconds.
- Serve and enjoy.
Servings: 1
Serving Size: 16 - 18 oz (500 ml)
Substitutions
- Pomegranate – red grapes, raspberries
- Orange – blood orange, pink grapefruit
- Coconut water – almond milk or water
Calories: 350
Fat: 4 g
Trans Fat: 1 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 280 mg
Carbohydrates: 78 g
Fiber: 18 g
Sugars: 57 g
Protein: 9 g