Health Hotline Magazine | August 2020

1. Blend the strawberries and maple syrup in a blender or food processor until fully puréed. Add the avocado and blend until smooth, stopping to scrape the sides as necessary. 2. Pour the mixture into an 8 x 8-inch square baking dish or a loaf pan and transfer to the freezer. This simple sorbet is bursting with fresh strawberry flavor! It’s not cloying sweet like many sorbets. The avocado lends a creamy mouth feel without an avocado-y flavor. It’s the perfect summer treat! INGREDIENTS 1 pound organic strawberries, stems removed ¼ cup Natural Grocers Brand Organic Grade A Dark Maple Syrup 1 organic avocado, halved and pit removed 1 teaspoon organic vanilla extract PREP TIME: 15 MINUTES | FREEZE TIME: 4-6 HOURS | SERVES: 6 (1/2-CUP SERVINGS) INSTRUCTIONS SIMPLY SCRUMPTIOUS ORGANIC STRAWBERRY SORBET

3. Freeze until firm, 4-6 hours. Allow the sorbet to sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before scooping and serving.

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