Beta-Carotene Barrage
From: Vegetarian TimesRich in fiber, beta-carotene, vitamin C, and ginger, this little cocktail packs some powerful nutrition.
Ingredients
1 cup coconut milk
3 large carrots (10 ounces), sliced
1 cup orange juice
1 2-inch piece ginger (1 ounce), thinly sliced
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions
1. Fill bowl with ice water, and set aside.
2. Cook carrots in large pot of boiling salted water 5 to 7 minutes, or until tender. Drain, and transfer to ice water to cool. Drain again.
3. Puree carrots and remaining ingredients in blender until smooth.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 115, Total Fat 8 g, Saturated Fat 7 g, Sodium 229 mg, Carbohydrate 11 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, Sugars 6 g.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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