6 Fruity Smoothies

Big on flavor and relatively low in calories, these smoothies are the perfect way to boost your wellness this year.

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In the constant struggle to get more fruits and vegetables into our diets, we could all use a little help. Enter smoothies. Easy-to-make and oh-so-delicious, these clever concoctions are loaded with antioxidant-packed fruits, plus other wholesome ingredients such as yogurt, green tea, and tofu. Just give a couple of these recipes a try, and sip your way to better health in 2019.

PEACH-RASPBERRY SMOOTHIE

Serves 4

1 2/3 cup apple juice

2/3 cup lowfat vanilla yogurt

2½ cups fresh peaches, sliced and partially frozen

½ cup raspberries, partially frozen

2 cups ice chips

Blend all ingredients in blender, and enjoy.

Per serving: 100 cal; 3g prot; 1g total fat (0g sat fat); 22g carb; 5mg chol; 25mg sod; 3g fiber; 17g sugar

PINEAPPLE-COCONUT SMOOTHIE

Serves 4

This smoothie uses cream of coconut for rich coconut flavor. Don’t mistake it for coconut milk, which is not sweetened.

¾ cup skim milk

1 cup nonfat frozen vanilla yogurt