PRICKLY PEAR LIMEADE

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A refreshing limeade with a unique twist. Prickly pears are now being considered as another 'superfood' with many health benefits. They can be found in various colorsu002du002dred, green, yellow, and orange. One great way to enjoy this fruit is in this minty limeade. Serve cold and over ice.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Drinks

Time 15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 prickly pears
2 cups water
¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
1 ½ tablespoons stevia sweetener (such as Truvia®)
4 fresh mint leaves, or more to taste
ice cubes

Steps:

  • Cut prickly pears in half lengthwise and scoop out flesh with a spoon. Process in a blender until smooth. Push pulp through a fine mesh strainer to extract about 1 1/2 cups juice. Discard pulp.n
  • Place prickly pear juice, water, lime juice, stevia, and mint in a blender. Blend until smooth. Pour into two 16-ounce glasses filled with ice.n

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.8 calories, Carbohydrate 68.2 g, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 22.4 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 38.6 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

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