Name: Creamy raspberry smoothie
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 2/3 cup raw cashews; 1 cup coconut water; 1 cup frozen raspberries; 1 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup, approximately; 1/2 lime, peeled; 1 cup ice cubes

Creamy raspberry smoothie

Cashews are high in iron, zinc, fibre, protein and monounsaturated fat, good for heart health. Raspberries are high in vitamin C and antioxidants and have a beneficial effect on cardiovascular health and reducing cancer risk.

Serves 2

Prep

Ingredients

2/3 cup raw cashews

1 cup coconut water

1 cup frozen raspberries

1 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup, approximately

1/2 lime, peeled

1 cup ice cubes

Method

1.Place cashews in a medium bowl; cover with cold water. Stand at room temperature for 2-4 hours. Drain well.

2.Place coconut water, drained cashews and remaining ingredients in a high speed blender until smooth. Blend on high speed for about 1 minute or until smooth and creamy.