Sweet potatoes are a favorite when it comes to desserts during the holiday season. Their sweet, yet spicy flavor is something that most of us enjoy.They are in season from late October through December.
This sweet potato smoothie recipe is full of goodness, with a citrusy punch.
Let’s look at the organic foods in this sweet potato smoothie recipe.
This potent spice has shown benefits in cancer prevention and weight loss. It provides a spicy kick to this smoothie.
These delicious citrus fruits are one of the best sources for vitamin C, which is believed to bolster the immune system.
They are an excellent source of vitamin A and beta-carotene, which are two key antioxidants for overall health. Sweet potatoes have anti-inflammatory properties, and have shown benefits in regulating blood sugar.
Process the following ingredients in a blender:
1 cup of sweet potatoes, cooked and mashed
2 oranges
1/2 a tsp of cinnamon
1/4 tsp of nutmeg
Optional: 1/2 a cup of filtered water
Make sure ingredients are organic
Enjoy!
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REFERENCES:
1. “Nutrition Facts and Analysis for Sweet Potato, Cooked, Baked in Skin, without Salt [Sweetpotato].” Self Nutrition Data. Self Nutrition Data, n.d. Web. 27 Oct 2014.
2. “Nutrition Facts and Analysis for Oranges, Raw, All Commercial Varieties.” Self Nutrition Data. Self Nutrition Data, n.d. Web. 26 Oct. 2014.
3. “Nutrition Facts and Analysis for Spices, Cinnamon, Ground.” Self Nutrition Data. Self Nutrition Data, n.d. Web. 27 Oct. 2014.
