Plump, red and juicy, tart cherries have been a timeless staple of cuisines around the world.
But did you know that these unassuming drupe fruits have health benefits as well? Both the skin and the flesh of cherries boast an impressive nutritional profile, supplying beneficial phytonutrients such as anthocyanins and quercetin, both of which are antioxidants that support your overall health and well-being.**
Unlike their sweeter cousins, tart cherries have a strong, lip-puckering flavor that can be a great addition to many dishes. If you’re looking to get more of this wholesome juice in your daily menu, try out these healthy recipes using Piping Rock’s own Organic Tart Cherry Juice!
Tart Cherry Breakfast Smoothie (Serves 2)
Breakfast made easy... and sweet!
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen peaches
- 1 cup frozen tart cherries
- 1 ripe banana
- ½ cup plain, unsweetened yogurt
- 1/3 cup PipingRock Organic Tart Cherry Juice
- 3 tablespoons PipingRock Allulose Zero Calorie Sweetener
Instructions
- In a blender, add frozen fruit, yogurt, tart cherry juice and agave nectar.
- Blend on high until smooth. If your smoothie is too thick, try adding a bit of water or more juice to thin it out. If your smoothie needs more sweetness, add more sweetener until desired flavor.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Overnight Chia Cherry Juice (Yields 16)
Lip-puckering nutrition in each glass!
Ingredients
- 4 ounces PipingRock Organic Tart Cherry Juice
- 3 ounces organic apple juice
- 5 ounces water
- 3 tablespoons Chia Seeds
Instructions
- In a 16-ounce jar, add your cherry juice, apple juice and water. Add the chia seeds, cover the jar, and shake vigorously.
- Let the mixture settle, then shake again. Repeat this process every 30 seconds or so for about 3 minutes. This helps to evenly distribute the chia seeds while they soak up the liquid.
- Store in the refrigerator overnight so the chia seeds can finish becoming evenly distributed in the juicy goodness. Serve cold and enjoy
Note: Another supper convenient way to get all the nutrition and benefits of Tart Cherries is PipingRock Quick Release Capsules
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