Fig, Coconut and Banana Smoothie Recipe  – A delicious, creamy and healthy fig, coconut and banana smoothie to enjoy this summer. For maximum fibre content, use either dried fruits that need soaking and then poaching gently for about 10-15 minutes, or use ready-to-eat dried fruits, which do not need soaking first.

Serves 2

Fig, Coconut and Banana Smoothie Ingredients:

• 75g  ready-to-eat dried figs, chopped
• 3  ripe bananas, peeled and sliced
• 300ml  coconut milk
• 5-6  ice cubes

Cocktail Directions:

• Place the chopped figs into a smoothie machine or blender.
• Peel and cut the bananas into chunks and add to the machine with the coconut milk and ice cubes.
• If using a smoothie machine, blend on mix for 15 seconds and then on smooth for 45 seconds.
• In a blender, blend for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
• Pour into 2 glasses and serve.