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carrot, frozen mango and basil smoothie

The title sounds weird doesn’t it?
Both carrots and mangoes are packed with beta-carotene and vitamin-A.  Together; these compounds have antioxidant properties and are essential for vision. Vitamin A is also required for maintaining healthy mucus membranes and skin.  Although the combo may seem strange, using frozen mango makes the smoothie extremely refreshing, perfect for a hot day.

Ingredients:

2 cups frozen mango chunks
1 cup fresh carrot juice  (I used raw carrots, finely chopped)
1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (I used half water, half orange juice)
1/4 cup fresh herbs, such as mint, tarragon, or basil (I picked fresh basil from my garden)

Combine all ingredients in a blender; blend until smooth.  enjoy!

Serves 2. Per serving: 225 calories; 0 g saturated fat; 0 g unsaturated fat; 0 mg cholesterol; 56 g carbs; 36 mg sodium; 3 g protein; 5 g fiber.

http://www.nutrition-and-you.com/mango-fruit.html

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