Apricot and Strawberry Smoothie

Apricots and Strawberries are among several fruits that are in season and readily available in your local markets.  There are several health benefits of  Apricots and Strawberries. Apricots contain vitamins A and C as well as antioxidants and the amino acid, tryptophan. Carotenoids in apricots may help prevent heart disease, reduce cholesterol and protect against certain cancers. Strawberries are great source of Vitamins C, Manganese, and Potassium. 


 This Apricots and Strawberry Smoothie is a smoothie you will want to add to your daily regime this Summer. 

Ingredients 

• 1 medium ripe apricot, sliced in half and pit removed
• 1 frozen banana (Sliced)
• 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk 
• 6 cubes of ice 
• 2 teaspoons honey or agave syrup, plus more to taste (optional)
• 1 cup fresh strawberries, rinsed and hulled

Directions 

1. Add ripe apricot, frozen banana, unsweetened almond milk, and ice cube into blender. Puree mix until smooth. 
2.  Add 2 teaspoons of  honey. Puree mix until smooth.
3. Add  1 cup of fresh strawberries. Puree mix until smooth.