Super yum: Blueberry Mango Energy Smoothie recipe with fresh blueberries

Photo: Driscoll's - Blueberry Mango Energy Smoothie

The great folks at Driscoll's always have the best ideas for healthy recipes.  Yes, I admit a prejudice: fresh fruit is among my very favorite food and though I grow a number of veggies, I don't have any fruit in my garden.  Recently they sent some recipes, and here's one that struck my fancy so I share it for you to enjoy.



Blueberry Mango Energy Smoothie 
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Makes 4 servings (32 ounces), 8 ounces per serving

2 packages (6 ounces each) Driscoll’s Blueberries
1 cup frozen mango chunks
1 cup cold orange juice
4 ounce silken tofu, cubed
1/4 cup wheat germ
2 tablespoons agave
1 cup ice cubes

Blend blueberries, mango, orange juice, tofu, wheat germ and agave in blender or food processor until smooth. Add ice cube and blend until smooth. Serve cold.

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