Peak season for raspberries is mid-summer, although they are available in some markets fresh and frozen year-round. When ripe, raspberries are sweet and delicious on their own, or can be eaten with yogurt and cereal, tossed into a salad or used in cakes, tarts and other desserts. They can be paired with either savory or sweet dishes, making them a perfect complement to your Valentine’s Day menu.
Show the love of your life that your affection goes beyond words by adding flavorful and healthy raspberries to any meal.

Raspberry Smoothie

This is one of my all time favorite smoothies because it satisfies my sweet tooth as well as my chocolate cravings.

Makes 1 serving

Ingredients:
1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
½ cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk or lowfat milk
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup fat-free Greek-style yogurt
½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon Melissa's agave nectar (optional)
4 Ice cubes
Fresh mint leaves

Instructions:
In the jar of a blender or the bowl of a food processor, combine the raspberries, almond milk, cocoa powder, yogurt, vanilla, ice and agave if using. Blend or process until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve immediately, garnished with mint.

Nutrient Analysis per serving
Kcal 160
Total Fat 39g
Sat Fat 0g
Cholest 0 mg
Sodium 125 mg
Fiber 10g
Protein 13g