CRAN-SICLE SMOOTHIE

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This tangy smoothie is a perfect way to use up leftover cranberries from your holiday celebrations. It gets a touch of sweetness from maple syrup, and wheat germ gives it a nutty note as well as a dose of iron, zinc and B and E vitamins.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup frozen cranberries, plus one thinly sliced cranberry for garnish
3/4 cup ice cubes
1/3 cup lowfat vanilla yogurt
1/4 cup orange juice
1 to 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon toasted wheat germ

Steps:

  • Put the frozen cranberries, ice cubes, yogurt, orange juice and maple syrup into a blender. Blend on high until smooth, turning off the blender and pushing down on the ingredients with a spatula or wooden spoon as needed to help the blending process. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of cold water if needed to adjust consistency. Pour into a glass and sprinkle with the wheat germ. Garnish with the sliced cranberry. Stir well before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calorie, Fat 1.5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 5 milligrams, Sodium 95 milligrams, Carbohydrate 56 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 48 grams

Robin McCabe
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This smoothie is a great way to sneak some extra fruits and vegetables into your diet. My kids love it, and they don't even realize they're eating healthy!


Tina July
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This smoothie is so easy to make, and it's so versatile. You can add different fruits, vegetables, and yogurt to create your own unique flavor combinations.


Marjiya Jannat
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I love that this smoothie is made with all-natural ingredients. It's a healthy and refreshing treat that I can feel good about giving to my family.


Shafik Mutesasira
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This smoothie is a great way to use up leftover cranberries. I always have a bag of cranberries in my freezer, and this is a great way to use them up.


Alfred Toribio
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I added a scoop of protein powder to my smoothie and it was the perfect post-workout snack. It was filling and satisfying, and it helped me recover from my workout.


Esrafil islam
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This smoothie is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. It's not too sweet, and the tartness of the cranberries and oranges really shines through.


Beth Wyatt
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I love the color of this smoothie! It's so vibrant and inviting.


Nida Jaffar
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This smoothie is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a great way to cool down on a hot day.


Marley Nastold
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I made this smoothie for breakfast this morning and it was the perfect way to start my day. It was filling and satisfying, and it gave me a boost of energy.


Kazi Aziz
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This smoothie is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the tangy flavor of the cranberries and oranges. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


pushpanjali sharma
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The smoothie was thick and creamy, with just the right amount of sweetness. My kids loved it too!


Rita Idongesit
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This smoothie was a refreshing treat on a hot summer day. The combination of cranberries, oranges, and vanilla yogurt was delicious, and the Cran-Raspberry juice added a nice tartness. I'll definitely be making this again!