Apricot Smoothie
This is a healthy, fruity drink full of goodness.
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Rival apricots have orange skin with a deep blush. They are mild and slightly tart in flavour with low acidity. Rival apricots are great for bottling, jams and make a great pre-workout drink or snack. Rival apricots are typically in season in summer from December to January.
Health Benefits
Rival apricots are an excellent source of vitamins A (beta-carotene) and C. Just one cup of apricots provides 60% of your daily Vitamin A needs. 100g of rival apricots contains the following:
- Vitamin A – 38% of DV
- Vitamin C – 16% of DV
- Vitamin B-6 – 5% of DV
- Calcium – 1% of DV
- Iron – 2% of DV
- Magnesium – 2% of DV
Selecting tips
- Pick rival apricots with a little give when pressed gently.
- It should smell sweet and ripe.
- Rival apricots with dents and spots taste as good as blemish-free apricots.
Storage tips
- Rival Apricots should be stored at room temperature.
- When ripe, store apricots in the refrigerator in a sealed bag, for up to two days.