Here are my hints for making great smoothies:
Use frozen fruit for a creamier, thicker and colder smoothie.
Add the liquid to the blender first as this prevents the fruit from sticking to the blades.
The riper the fruit the sweeter the smoothie.
Freeze freshly squeezed juice in ice cube trays and add to smoothies. Try watermelon, orange, lime, apple or even carrot.
Freeze yoghurt and add to smoothie for a colder and thicker drink.
Serve smoothie immediately as it will separate on standing.
To make it more appealing to kids, serve in a tall glass and add a straw and some garnish.
Give the kids free reign!
BERRY DREAM
Ingredients:
1½ cups freshly squeezed orange juice
500g frozen berries
½ cup natural yoghurt
Ice
Method:
Pour the juice into the blender and add berries and yoghurt. Blend until smooth. Pour into tall glasses to serve.
STAWBERRY AND ORANGE BLISS
Ingredients:
¾ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
½ cup natural yoghurt
6 strawberries
1 banana, frozen and chopped
Method:
Pour the juice and yoghurt into blender and blend gently. Add the strawberries and banana and blend until combined. Pour into tall glasses and top with a strawberry.