Peach, Strawberry, and Cottage Cheese Protein Smoothie

From our friends at the American Heart Association

Image courtesy of the American Heart Association

Servings: 6

Image courtesy of the American Heart Association

Whip up this super smoothie for breakfast or after a workout. This four-fruit blended drink tastes like a creamy milkshake and provides your body with protein, calcium and vitamins for a healthy start to your day or a pick-me-up snack in the afternoon.

Ingredients

10 ice cubes

16 ounces low-fat cottage cheese (lowest sodium available)

10 ounces unsweetened, frozen, sliced peaches

2 cups peeled and sliced peaches (3 to 4 medium peaches)

10 ounces unsweetened, frozen, sliced strawberries

1 1/4 cups sliced strawberries (hulled)

1/2 cup fresh orange juice or juice from 1 medium orange

1/2 cup fat-free milk

1 medium banana

2 tablespoons honey

Directions

In a food processor or blender, process all the ingredients until smooth and creamy.

Quick Tips

Cooking Tip: If using a small blender, process after adding the milk, allowing room for the remaining ingredients. Continue as directed.

Tip: Store any remaining servings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts

Servings: 6
Serving Size: 1 cup

Calories	145
Total Fat	1.0 g (0.5 g saturated fat, 0.0 g trans fat, 0.5 g polyunsaturated fat, 0.5 g monounsaturated fat)
Cholesterol	4 mg
Sodium	214 mg
Total Carbohydrate	24 g (3 g dietary fiber, 17 g sugars, 6 g added sugars)
Protein	11 g
Dietary Exchanges	1 1/2 fruit, 1 1/2 lean meat