Recipe:
This cranberry orange “ice cream” is made completely out of fruit, so it is low in calories and high in nutrients. The orange juice provides vitamin C, a powerful beauty nutrient that has been associated with fewer wrinkles. The cranberries are rich in anti-aging antioxidants and the bananas are a great source of potassium, which can help combat water retention by balancing the ratio of sodium and potassium in the body.
This refreshing treat has a similar texture to soft-serve ice cream. You can put it in the freezer if you prefer a firmer texture.
Ingredients:
3 large bananas, cut into bite-size pieces and frozen
1 cup frozen cranberries
1⁄2 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon orange zest
Instructions:
In a food processor, combine all ingredients and blend until smooth. Add more orange juice if needed to create a smooth consistency. Eat immediately or freeze for half an hour for a firmer ice cream.
Yields: 4 servings
Per serving:118 calories, 1 g protein, 30 g carbohydrates, 4 g fiber, 16 g sugars, 0 g fat, 0 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 2 mg sodium, 13 mg calcium, 0 g omega-3 fats, 4 mcg vitamin A, 25 mg vitamin C, 0 mg vitamin E, 0 mg iron, 0 mg zinc
Lisa Drayer, M.A., R.D.,
is the author of THE BEAUTY DIET and STRONG, SLIM, and 30! For more of Lisa’s Beauty Bites, visit www.lisadrayer.com.