Creamy Coconut and Raspberry Smoothie

This raspberry smoothie recipe uses blended cashews and coconut to create a delicious creamy consistency without any dairy in sight!

Yield: Serves 2
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 0 mins
Difficulty Level: /5

Ingredients

• 2/3 cup raw cashews
• 1 cup coconut water
• 1 cup frozen raspberries
• 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1/2 lime, peeled
• 1 cup ice cubes
• 2 tbsps coconut cream

Steps

01. Place cashews in a medium bowl with enough cold water to cover. Stand at room temperature for 3 hours. Drain; rinse well.

02. Blend drained cashews with remaining ingredients in a high-speed blender for 1 minute or until smooth.

03. Divide coconut cream between serving jars, swirl around the sides; pour in smoothie.

Cashews are high in iron, zinc, fiber, protein and monounsaturated fat, good for heart health. Raspberries are high in vitamin C and antioxidants and have a beneficial effect on cardiovascular health and reducing cancer risk.