| Nectarines are actually a type of peach that has a | | | | Preparation work: peel and de-stone 3 nectarines. |
| smoother skin. There is a myth that nectarines are | | | | Then mix in your food processer: |
| the result of cross breeding between peaches and | | | | - 3 nectarines, peeled and de-stoned |
| plums because of their redder skins but this is not | | | | - 1 cup of frozen banana chips |
| the case. The redness of the nectarine's skin lacks | | | | - 1 cup of low-fat vanilla frozen yogurt |
| the fuzz found on peaches. | | | | Mix all the ingredients until you have a blend with the |
| Just like Peaches, Nectarines can be yellow or white. | | | | consistency you prefer. Serve in a chilled glass with a |
| They also tend to be a bit smaller than peaches and | | | | long spoon. |
| are sweeter. Some think the flavor of a nectarine is | | | | To super charge this recipe nutritionally, add a |
| both heartier and smoother than that of a peach. | | | | tablespoon of Mila chia seed. Because it is a raw food |
| Nectarines are a very good source of vitamin C and | | | | with no taste or smell, it will disappear into the |
| also Potassium. | | | | smoothie mix but will still deliver a huge amount of |
| Because they are so sweet, nectarines are a natural | | | | omega-3 fatty acid along with other essential |
| fit for many fruit smoothie recipes. When they | | | | nutrients such as Iron, dietary fiber, Magnesium, and |
| become available in the stores this spring, pick up a | | | | Selenium. |
| few and try this smoothie mix either as a dessert or | | | | A delicious way to add so many of the nutrients we |
| an afternoon snack. | | | | need for healthy living! |