This lovely drink for the pre-birth period brings together nutrients that are especially valuable during pregnancy: the folate in orange juice is associated with a lower risk of certain birth defects, the iron in prune juice supports the blood in carrying oxygen to the baby, and the calcium in milk plays a role in helping to protect bone health. Blackberry, apricot, and kiwi add vitamin C to support recovery after birth.
Makes 3 servings
Nutrition (per serving, estimated)
- Energy: 277 kcal
- Protein: 10 g
- Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrate: 53 g
- Fibre: 8 g
Estimated values.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp frozen orange juice concentrate
- 1 cup frozen blackberries
- 2 cups kiwi, peeled and cubed
- 2 fresh apricots (with skin, if you like)
- ½ cup skim milk powder (or skim milk)
- 1 cup prune juice (frozen in ice trays, or ½ cup prune juice with 1 cup ice cubes)
Method
Add all the ingredients to a blender and blend until liquid.
Tasty note: Once your smoothie is ready, you can garnish it with sliced almonds.