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Coffee Banana Chocolate Smoothie

Today I am very happy to publishing 50th post here.
And its a smoothie. A low calorie, healthy and yummy smoothie with coffee, banana and chocolate.

We like to start our day with a cup of hot coffee.
A cup of coffee in the morning may pack more than just an energy boost.

More and more research is emerging to suggest that there may be several health benefits associated with drinking this dark black beverage, from helping prevent diabetes to lowering the risk of liver disease.

But today its not hot. Chilled delicious low fat, low calorie healthy coffee banana chocolate smoothie.

Recipe

1 frozen banana ( sliced)

1 cup milk ( more or less depending on the desired consistency)

1/2 cup curd

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

A pinch of nutmeg powder

1 teaspoon coffee powder

1 tablespoon cocoa powder

1 tablespoon honey

1 teaspoon ground flax seed powder (optional)

Method

Combine all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth and frothy.

You can add more milk if necessary. Add more honey if you would like the drink sweeter.

Enjoyyyyyyy

Papaya And Orange Smoothie

Dairy free low calorie smoothie. I have posted a papaya smoothie earlier.
This time made it with cucumber and orange.

Many studies have suggested that increasing consumption of plant foods like cucumber decreases the risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease and overall mortality while promoting a healthy complexion, increased energy, and overall lower weight.
And a perfect food for hot summer to prevent dehydration.

Orange is known to have several benefits and is among the most popular fruits around the world.
An excellent source of vitamin C.

This smoothie is little different from other smoothies. You will like its tangy taste.
Its very easy to make.

Recipe

Papaya – 2 cups peeled and chopped

Cucumber – 1 peeled and chopped

Juice of 2 oranges

Grapes – handful

Mint leaves – few

Rock salt or black salt to taste

Pepper powder – 1/2 teaspoon

Juice of 1/2 lemon

Method

Blend all the ingredients till smooth and frothy. Taste, adjust salt and pepper. Pour in your favourite glass and enjoy.

Papaya Smoothie

Papaya smoothie.
We should include papaya in our diet not only for it’s sweet taste but lots of health benefits.

They are rich sources of antioxidant nutrients, vitamins and minerals etc.

It helps in weight loss and boost immunity.
Rich in fibre which helps to lower cholesterol.

Some more health benefits of consuming papaya include a reduced risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer, aiding in digestion, improving blood glucose control in diabetics, lowering blood pressure, and improving wound healing.

Healthy filling refreshing and yummy papaya smoothie.
I don’t like papaya but in this way just love it.

And its dairy free smoothie. No milk or yogurt added. A smoothie without any calorie.
So perfect for health watchers too.
And very easy to make.

Recipe

Papaya – 1 and 1/2 cup peeled and chopped

Grapes – handful

Mint leaves – few

Honey – 1 teaspoon

Juice of 1 orange

Few drops of lemon juice (optional)

Method

Combine all the ingredients in a blender. Blend till smooth and frothy.
Pour in a glass.

A perfect blend for fasting or dieting people.
Start your day with this yummy and healthy smoothie.