Green Child Magazine Summer 2015 | Page 38

Summer Cookout 1 2 s D Sunday 5 12 19 2 26 2 Sunday Monda s m 5 6 12 13 19 20 6 26 27 2 Oc s m t Strawberry Surprise Popsicles 13 These popsicles have a surprising ingredient—cucumber! Cucumber not only adds a refreshing note, but it’s a good source of B vitamins. Strawberries contain vitamin C in great abundance. Try throwing some basil in with the mint for an even brighter flavor. 38 • • • • • • 3 cups fresh strawberries
 1 cup chopped peeled cucumber 1/8 cup maple syrup 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 1⁄2 cup fresh mint leaves 1⁄2 cup water 1. In a high-powered blender or food processor, blend all the ingredients until completely smooth. Pour the mixture into 6 popsicle molds and freeze for at least 3 hours. 4 5 6 11 12 13 18 19 20 25 26 27 20 2