Health and indulgence can coexist comfortably in one glass when it’s a creamy, fruity smoothie that fills it up. Summer is the perfect time to try a new combo or a different variety of seasonal produce. Start blending with one of these five smoothie recipes.
At the Hummingbird Tea Room, chef Nasim Bell whips up tea-infused smoothies to power up the breakfast crowd. This recipe is a blend of tea, a source of antioxidants, yogurt, which contributes calcium and protein, and avocado, rich in healthy fats.
Smoothies, milkshakes and other beverages are growing as a snack option, especially in midmorning and midafternoon. This smoothie is geared to snackers looking for a healthier option, with its blend of yogurt, fruit and honey.
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Grape Acai Smoothie
At the cafes in the Nordstrom department stores, smoothies are a popular offering. Chef Keith Brunell creates a beverage that can double as a light breakfast or nutritious snack.
Millennials continue to be major smoothie purchasers, but they are constantly constantly seeking novel blends and nutritious ingredients. This colorful trio of smoothies delivers on both demands.
The endlessly colorful cuisine of Mexico is always in season, but Cinco de Mayo is a great time to bring some new recipes to the party, starting with El Rio Picante, an alternative marg, and finishing with DIY churro sundaes.
Last summer, a group of college and healthcare chefs came together at the University of Michigan for FoodService Director’s 2023 Culinary Immersion. Here are some of the recipes they developed.
Kara Blanton recently took on her late father’s role of senior concessions manager at Murray State University Dining. Here’s a look at how she continues her father's legacy.