1 C Almond milk (page 188 of cookbook), fresh coconut milk, rice or soy milk, or fresh fruit juice, to desired consistency
½ Banana, fresh or frozen
1 medium Papaya (¾ C)
2 cubes Frozen orange juice
2 Frozen strawberries

loving preparation
1. Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth, adding additional liquid to reach desired consistency.

variations

• Experiment with different berries or fruits, including mango, cherimoya, sapote, atemoya, soursop or any of your favorites.
• Add small amounts of soaked nuts and seeds such as almonds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds or macadamia nuts.

notes

• Utilize an ice cube tray for easy smoothy creation by pouring various fruit juices into cubes and freezing until solid.
• Bananas and other fresh peeled fruit may also be frozen for later use in smoothies, it is always good to keep both on hand.