Next time you have extra greens that you aren’t sure what to do with, try blending them into fruit smoothies like this recipe found at www.thewistfulchef.com. Smoothies are a refreshing treat for the summer that kids will enjoy. And, feel free to substitute any summer green or fruit. Serves 4 cups.
Ingredients:
2 oranges, peeled and chopped
1 white peach, pitted and chopped
4-6 large romaine lettuce leaves
1 cup ice
Procedure:
- Peel oranges with a knife and cut into pieces.
- Cut peach in half, discard pit and chop.
- Add oranges to blender, followed by peaches, romaine and ice.
- Blend on high until smooth. Chill and serve.