Yield: 3 to 4 servings
In Greek and Roman mythology, “ambrosia” means “food for the gods.”

Ingredients

• 2 oranges, peeled and cut into segments (reserve 2 tablespoons juice)
• 1 ripe banana, thinly sliced
• 1/3 cup unsweetened shredded dried coconut
• 1 tablespoon light agave syrup

Equipment

• cutting board
• small serrated knife
• measuring cups and spoons
• medium mixing bowl
• strainer
• rubber spatula

 Place all of the ingredients in a mixing bowl and toss gently to combine. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Variations

Add 1 or more of the following: 1/4 cup of halved red or green seedless grapes; 1/4 cup of cubed pineapple; 4 pitted medjool dates, coarsely c hopped; and/or 2 tablespoons of chopped raw walnuts (unsoaked).

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