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Almond Milk Cooler
1 hr prep time
5 min cook time
9servings
Recipe by
Amy Riolo
Source
The Mediterranean Diabetes Cookbook
Photo by
Photography by Eric Hinders, Food Styling by Skyler Myers, Art Direction by Janaye Clifford
How to Make Almond Milk Cooler
Almond milk is an extremely popular drink in Sicily and Tunisia. Sweetened versions are made when almonds are fresh. This drink can be enjoyed any time of day.
Find this recipe and more in the second edition our best-selling cookbook, The Mediterranean Diabetes Cookbook. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.
1 hr prep time
5 min cook time
9servings
1/2 cup
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Step-By-Step Instructions:
- Bring the almonds, milk, and lemon zest to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 5 minutes, then remove from the heat.
- Transfer the almond mixture to a blender. Remove the middle spout from the lid, place a towel over the hole, and puree the almond mixture until smooth.
- Stir in the agave nectar, and add the ice cubes. Process until smooth, and whip until frothy. Chill in clear glasses for an hour or until cold, then serve.
Nutrition facts
9 Servings
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Serving Size
1/2 cup
- Amount per serving Calories 210
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Total Fat
14g
- Saturated Fat 1.1g
- Trans Fats 0g
- Cholesterol 0mg
- Sodium 40mg
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Total Carbohydrate
14g
- Dietary Fiber 3g
- Total Sugars 10g
- Added Sugars 0g
- Protein 8g
- Potassium 300mg
- Phosphorous 210mg
Ingredients
blanched almonds
1 2/3 cups
skim milk
3 cup
light agave nectar
3 tbsp
lemon zest
1 tsp
ice cubes
10
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