A Berry Smooth Cherry

Let's face it, the seemingly virtuous smoothie has sunk to the level of health-food impostor-some concoctions pack more sugar than two doughnuts. I made it my mission to create clean, nourishing combos with less than 200 calories. Break out the blender and drink up!

This "milkshake" seems indulgent but makes a smart snack, thanks to its low-glycemic strawberries and cherries. Calcium in the yogurt and antioxidants in the fruit add a nutritional punch.

Ingredients
½ c chilled skimmed milk
½ c  Greek-style yogurt (fat free)
1 c frozen strawberries
½ c mixed frozen sweet cherries and berries
¼-½ c ice cubes
1 Tbsp natural sweetener (ex: Splenda)

Directions
Combine ingredients in high-power blender and puree until smooth.

Nutritional Facts 
(Per Serving) 98 cal, 7 g pro, 15 g carb, 3 g fiber, 9 g sugars, 2 g fat, 1 g sat fat, 63 mg sodium

Boost fiber Blend in some oats for their soluble fiber, which helps balance glucose levels. Or try chia seeds, which also give an omega-3 bonus.
Add staying power Stir in natural peanut butter for satisfying protein.
Change the flavor Add unsweetened cocoa powder (good source of antioxidants), a pinch of blood-pressure-lowering cinnamon, or a dash of vanilla or almond extract.