We love farmers’ markets and local produce in B.C. and if you are visiting from near or far you will probably want to get in on this smoothie trend. We always recommend that visitors to our vacation homes and cabins checkout the community markets and U-picks (pick-your-own-produce for a fee), but what to do with all the scrumptious fruit and vegetables you come back with?
Smoothies are super easy, can incorporate many flavors, are flexible to whatever you bring home, and are a super-healthy snack or treat. Here are some in-season flavours to try for July.
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Black Cherry Smoothie
Black cherries are just one of the fruits that are in season in July. And cherries are a staple in B.C. orchards. 3 cups of yogurt and 3 cups of black cherries make the basis of this smoothie. Then, add greens of your choice (avocado, spinach, kale) and sweetener (maple syrup, honey, brown sugar).
Try it: Super Heathy Kids
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Peach Smoothie
Fresh B.C. peaches are a must-try if you are vacationing anywhere in the Okanagan or on the Island. You’ll find boxes of them at every supermarket and fruit stand—and they ripen quickly, which means you can score a good deal on “very ripe” produce sometimes. Peaches that are slightly soft to the touch are the perfect smoothie ingredient. Try blending them with sliced banana, coconut milk, Greek yogurt, and/or honey.
Try it: Hungry Healthy Happy
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Raspberry Smoothie
Raspberries are a U-pick favourite in British Columbia, so you might be able to get them fresh from the bush. Raspberries are a super fruit. They contain vitamins C and E, selenium, beta carotene, and more healthy bits. Blend a handful of fresh, washed raspberries with Greek yogurt, almonds, and a sweetener of your choice.
Try it: Bawarchi
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Rhubarb Strawberry Smoothie
Rhubarb is in season mid-to-late summer but most people don’t think to put it in smoothies because it can be quite tart. The strawberries will help balance this out, though. Additionally, you can add a sweetener of your choice—we recommend fresh honey—milk, fruit juice, and additional frozen or fresh mixed berries.
Try it: She Wears Many Hats
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Radish Smoothie
Wait, RADISH smoothie?! You heard us right! Radish are in season and are incredible valuable nutrition-wise. Health nuts will love this, as radishes boast being low calorie, have anticancer properties, and are packed with fibre to aid in digestion. Radish smoothies might be new to you so follow the instructions in the below link closely until you get used to the idea.
Try it: Daisy’s Kitchen
Are “vacation smoothies” the new travel trend? We’re doing our best to make it so, which is really easy to do when you are surrounded by the orchards and gardens of British Columbia. Not sure how or when to travel B.C.? Contact us for a hook up with stunning vacation rentals in B.C.