How to Make a Coconut Lime Cashew Smoothie

Velvety coconut cream, fresh-squeezed lime and buttery cashews — this smoothie is a thick, yet refreshing energizer for long summer days.

After the unexpected loss of an “old friend” this past weekend, I’m happy to announce that the predecessor of my six-year-old Magic Bullet has arrived!

There are only a few kitchen appliances that I consider practical, worthy investments. The purpose of an appliance is to provide utilitarian value – to ease the tasks of everyday life. Yet too many kitchen gadgets in my household have greater worth as counter-hoggers and dust collectors.

However, the single-serving blender (such as Magic Bullet) is the MVP of my kitchen. It is my go-to tool and most-used appliance: dicing vegetables, pureeing soups, blending smoothies and shakes.

I use it several times a week, especially during the summer.

How to Make Coconut Lime Cashew Smoothie

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 5 minutesCook time: 5 minutesTotal time: 10 minutesServings:1 servings

Ingredients

• 1 handful of spinach
• 1 handful of ice
• 1 cup cashews
• 1 cup coconut flakes
• 1 cup greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon kefir or coconut cream
• 1 cup fresh lime juice
• 1 cup milk (coconut or dairy)
• 1 apple

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in blender.

    

2. Pulse to crush ice.

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   Blend until smooth.

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   Garnish with lime wheel and extra coconut