Pomegranate-Berry

Total time: 5 minutes Makes: 1 serving

➜ Love the tangy-sweet flavor of pomegranate juice? It’s time to raise a glass. Research shows that polyphenol-rich pomegranate juice can help fight inflammation related to diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, and metabolic and cardiovascular disorders.

INGREDIENTS :

  • 1/2 cup pomegranate juice, chilled
  • 1/2 cup vanilla low-fat yogurt
  • 1 cup frozen mixed berries

Directions :

In a blender, combine pomegranate juice, yogurt, and berries and blend until the mixture is smooth. Serve in a tall glass.

Nutrition Facts :

PER SERVING: 250 calories, 2 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 6 g protein, 110 mg sodium, 52 g carbohydrates, 44 g sugars (8 g added sugar), 5 g fiber

TIP:

Mix it up! Frozen mixed berries typically include strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries, but that doesn’t mean you can’t create your own blend. Try a 1-cup mix of frozen dark sweet cherries, raspberries, and wild blueberries.

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