Wild Blueberry Soynog

(NC)—Serve your family and friends wild blueberry soynog, a healthy, low-fat alternative to traditional fare this season. For a special holiday cheer, add a dash of rum or your favourite spirit to this delicious, nutritious treat. Wild blueberries are available frozen year-round, retaining their nutritional value for up to two years. This wild superfruit provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties aiding in brain, heart, vision and cardiovascular health, cancer prevention, and more. Purchase wild blues in the frozen food section of major grocery stores and add them to your favourite dishes. Additional recipes can be found at www.wildblueberries.com.

2 cups wild blueberries, frozen

1 1/2 cups vanilla soy milk

4 tablespoons honey

1 dash freshly ground nutmeg

Fresh mint leaves

Blend honey with soy milk, add frozen wild blueberries and puree until smooth. Season with a dash of nutmeg. Pour in glasses and add mint leaves for decoration if desired. Serve immediately.

Note: Almond, rice and other milks may be substituted. Use other sweeteners as desired. For a sweeter drink, more of honey can be added.

Preparation time: approx. 5 min.

Approximate nutritional analysis per serving:

Calories: 140

Fat: 1.5 g

Cholesterol: 0

Sodium: 35 mg

Carbohydrate: 31 g

Protein: 2 g

Fiber: 3 g

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