Pineapple, Turmeric & Ginger Slushy
Hey #yensamuses! We came up with the most perfect and refreshing Superfood recipes for you to try out this summer! Let’s get into it.
Ginger Superfood Benefits:
-Helps even skin tone
-Can help reduce muscle pain and soreness
-Helps digestion, reduce nausea and help fight the flu and common cold
Turmeric Superfood Benefits:
-Soothes irritated skin
-Natural anti inflammatory
-May prevent (and possibly help treat) cancer
Ingredients:
-4 cups frozen pineapple chunks
-2 cups of coconut water
-fresh ground ginger
-½ tsp. Kosher salt
¾ tsp. Ground turmeric
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Directions:
1. Ground fresh ginger
2. Add frozen pineapple chunks, salt, turmeric, ground ginger and coconut water to blender and blend on high
3. Pour in glass to serve and top with turmeric
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Avocado Salad
Avocado Superfood Benefits:
-High in fiber
-Avocados are a great source of vitamins C, E, K and B-6
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Ingredients:
-Spring Greens Mix
-Avocado
-Cherry Tomatoes
-Half a Lemon
-Basil
-Cheese of choice
-Balsamic Vinegar
Mozzarella Pearls
Directions:
1. Rinse vegetables
2. Lay vegetables out to dry
3. Cut tomatoes in quarters
4. Chop basil
5. Remove avocado pit and slice it
6. Add all ingredients onto a plate
7. Top with fresh lemon juice and balsamic vinegar
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Grapefruit & Banana Superfood Smoothie
Grapefruit Superfood Benefits:
-Provides nutrients but does not have a significant negative impact on a person’s blood sugar levels
-Grapefruit is low in calories but very rich in nutrients. It is also an excellent source of vitamins A & C
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Ingredients:
-2 Red Grapefruits
-2 Bananas
-Fresh orange to squeeze
-3 Tbsp Greek Yogurt
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Directions:
1. Peel and slice grapefruit in half
2. Slice Banana
3. Add grapefruit and banana to blender
4. Squeeze orange into blender
5. Blend on high
6. Pour in glass and enjoy!