Chocolate Cherry Collation

This smoothie is chuck full of body- and soul-nourishing elements to the very last drop!  The sugars of the cherries, high in vasodilating anthocyanins, are slowly released into the bloodstream by protein-rich Greek yogurt, stunting a blood sugar spike.  The medium chain triglycerides (MCTs) found in coconut oil, are quickly absorbed fats for a perfect mid-day pick-me-up that will keep you full without slowing you down!  Serves 4

1 cup frozen dark tart cherries

2 Tablespoons 100% cocoa powder

1 cup 2% plain Greek yogurt

1 Tablespoon unrefined coconut oil, melted

2 Tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice

1 cup filtered water


1.  Blend first 3 ingredients in a high-powered blender. 

2.  Slowly add melted coconut oil to mixture as blender is running.

3.  Squeeze juice of 1 fresh lemon into a glass of filtered water.  Start with ¼ cup lemon water and slowly add in as blending until desired consistency is achieved.

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Ingredient Insight
-Raw cocoa powder is a must-have ingredient for creating chocolate-lovers foods without unwanted ingredients.  It is a rich source of polyphenols, phytochemicals that help regulate blood pressure, insulin sensitivity and fatty acid oxidation. 
-Top with cocoa nibs (as shown) for an extra polyphenol boost!

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