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Mint Orange Lassi

Everyone stay home stay safe. This time we have to make something delicious and nutritious with easily available ingredients. Sharing a delicious fruity lassi to satisfy your sudden hunger pangs or sweet cravings.

Mint orange lassi with honey. Different but a very delicious and filling drink with yogurt, orange juice, banana and mint leaves. You will also love the flavour. This lassi is also great for fasting days. Banana and yogurt made this lassi filling. Lassi is also very flavorful because of mint and orange.

You may like some more yogurt based drinks on this blog.

1. Banana almond mint smoothie

2. Cucumber smoothie or chhach/lassi

3. Misti doi parfait

4. Guava banana smoothie

5. Cold soup

239 #Foodiemonday bloghop theme is Cool Lassi suggested by Mayuri Patel who blog at Mayuris Jikoni. Mayuri is a very talented blogger. I always love her baked recipes like Fig amaranth cookies, Carrot oatmeal cookies and Thandai muffins etc. And also visit her space for many authentic Gujarati recipes. I am sure you will love her wonderful recipes.

Mayuri wisely suggested lassi this week. From yesterday maximum state of our country under lockdown. Praying for everyone’s well being. Stay safe stay healthy. This lassi is very filling and delicious. And also easy to make. Just combine everything and blend. You can enjoy it room temperature or chilled. You can add some ice cubes in the glass or use everything chilled. I have used chilled yogurt so didn’t use ice cube. Or keep the lassi in refrigerator to be chilled. Always use thick yogurt. I have used homemade yogurt but you can also use store bought. Banana is optional, you can skip it. But I recommend to add banana. Banana will make your lassi filling and more delicious.

Recipe

Yogurt – 1 cup

Orange juice – 1/2 cup

Orange zest – 1/2 teaspoon

Mint leaves – 2 tablespoon

Banana – 1

Honey – 1 & 1/2 tablespoon or to taste

Method

1. Peel and chop the banana. Rinse the mint leaves well.

2. In a blender add yogurt, orange juice, orange zest, mint leaves, chopped banana and honey. Blend till smooth and frothy.

3. Taste and add more honey if require. Blend again. For more sweetener option see notes.

4. Pour the lassi in your favourite glass. You can add some ice cubes if you want. Garnish with mint leaves and pistachios. Serve chilled or room temperature.

Notes

1. You can use 1 tablespoon more mint leaves if you want.

2. You can use any sweetener like sugar, stevia etc.

3. Add honey according to your taste.

4. For chilled lassi add some ice cubes in the glass before pouring lassi. Or use chilled yogurt. Or keep the lassi in refrigerator for 30 to 60 minutes before serving.

Praying healthy and peaceful life for you and your family. Stay home stay safe. Please follow all the protective instructions adviced by WHO .

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        Watermelon Punch

        Watermelon punch.
        Here is a chilled and refreshing drink to beat the heat. A delicious drink with all the goodness of watermelon, orange and lemon. You don’t need any sweetener because watermelon and orange have enough sweetness.

        Juicy and sweet watermelon not only low calorie, refreshing and delicious but its also rich in vitamins and many healthy plant compounds.
        Here are the top 9 health benefits of eating watermelon. Helps You Hydrate. Contains Nutrients and Beneficial Plant Compounds. Contains Compounds That May Help Prevent Cancer. May Improve Heart Health. May Lower Inflammation and Oxidative Stress. May Help Prevent Macular Degeneration. May Help Relieve Muscle Soreness.
        Watermelon is a surprisingly healthy fruit. It has a high water content and also delivers many other important nutrients, including lycopene and vitamin C.
        These nutrients mean that watermelon isn’t only a tasty low-calorie treat — it’s also very good for your health.

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        You may like some more watermelon recipes on this blog.

        1. Watermelon salsa

        2. Watermelon rasgulla

        3. Watermelon cantaloupe mint smoothie

        4. Watermelon sandesh

        5. Watermelon muffins

        6. Virgin watermelon mojito

        7. Mocktail with watermelon

        8. Litchi watermelon date peach Tulsi and almond smoothie

        9. Watermelon cooler with tulsi and Aloe Vera

        This fruit punch is very easy to make. Just combine all the juice and add some ice cubes, lemon slices and watermelon scoop. Enjoy the chilled, refreshing and delicious drink.

        Recipe

        Watermelon – 4 cup, cubed and seedless

        Orange juice – 1 cup

        Lemon juice – 2 teaspoon

        Ice cube as require

        Watermelon scoop and lemon slices to garnish

        Method

        1. Blend the watermelon cubes in blender or use your juicer to make juice.

        2. Strain the juice with a strainer.

        3. Mix orange juice and lemon juice.

        4. In a glass place some ice cubes, lemon slices and watermelon scoop.

        5. Pour the watermelon orange and lemon juice over it.
        Serve immediately.

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        Iced Green Tea With Orange And Mint

        Iced green tea with orange and mint.
        Weather is too hot these days. We want some refreshing drink to stay hydrated and feel energized. So here is a delicious refreshing chilled drink . Make and keep it in refrigerator and enjoy whenever you feel low.

        I have used orange juice but you can use watermelon, grape juice, pomegranate juice, mixed fruit juice or any other fruit juice of your choice. If you are using sugar use sugar syrup. Because sugar takes more time to dissolve. Or you can use honey or any artificial sweetener.

        Our this week’s 153 #Foodiemonday bloghop theme is tea. And my humble contribution is this chilled refreshing iced green tea with orange mint and cinnamon.

        I don’t like milk tea. Love black or green tea without milk and very little sugar. But in this hot weather refreshing and chilled iced tea is a good option to cool us down. So get ready to beat the heat.
        Flavour of orange, lemon and cinnamon made this drink super yummy. Just add lots of ice cube and enjoy.

        Recipe

        Orange juice – 1 cup

        Green tea – 2 bags

        Mint leaves – a fistful, Finley chopped

        Cinnamon powder – 1/2 teaspoon

        Water – 2 cup

        Lemon juice – 1 & 1/2 tablespoon

        Sugar syrup or honey to taste, optional

        Ice cubes – as require

        Few mint leaves and lemon wedges to garnish

        Method

        1. Boil 2 cup water. Remove from heat and tea bags and cover for 10 minutes.

        2. Now add chopped mint leaves and cinnamon powder.
        Stir and let it cool down completely.

        3. Keep it in refrigerator for at least least 2 hours or until chilled. Squeeze and discard the tea bags.

        4. Strain the mint mixed tea with a sieve.

        5. Add orange juice and lemon juice. Add sugar syrup or honey to taste.
        If you like light sweetness omit sugar.

        6. In a glass place some ice cubes and few mint leaves.
        Pour iced tea over it.

        7. Garnish with lemon wedge.
        Serve chilled.

        Notes

        1. If you don’t like cinnamon then you can omit it.

        2. You can also make it with black tea instead of green tea.

        3. You can use watermelon, grape juice, pomegranate juice, mixed fruit juice or any fruit juice of your choice instead of orange juice.

        4. You can use artificial sweetener instead of sugar syrup or honey.

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        Spicy Pineapple Virgin Margarita

        Spicy pineapple virgin margarita.
        A chilled delicious refreshing alcohol free drink.
        Sweetness of pineapple, flavour of cumin and mint, hint of chilli and pink salt and tanginess of lemon makes the drink super yummy 😋

        Pineapples are rich in vitamins, enzymes and antioxidants. They may help boost the immune system, build strong bones and aid indigestion. Also, despite their sweetness, pineapples are low in calories.
        Source

        So you can call it a healthy drink. Diet conscious people can enjoy this guilt free delicious drink.

        I made it with or without sparkling water. Both are superbly delicious. You can serve it as a party drink. I didn’t add sugar in it. But if you like you can add sugar or sugar syrup according to your taste. I love this drink with the natural sweetness of pineapple.

        Recipe

        Pineapple – 1 heaped cup, chopped

        Mint leaves – 7 – 8

        Water – 1/2 cup

        Black salt – 1/2 teaspoon or to taste

        Chilli flakes or red chilli powder – 1/4 teaspoon

        Cumin powder – 1/2 teaspoon

        Lemon juice – 2 tablespoon

        Method

        1. Blend pineapple and mint leaves with water in a blender.

        2. Strain the juice with a strainer.
        Add pink or black salt, chilli flakes or powder, cumin powder and lemon juice. Blend again. You can add some ice cube with it.

        3. Taste and add more salt and lemon juice if require.

        4. Rub lemon on the rim of the glass. Now dip the rim in pink salt.

        5. Place some ice cube in the glass. Pour pineapple mixture over it.

        6. Garnish with lemon wedges and serve chilled.
        Enjoy…….

        Notes

        1. You can add sugar or sugar syrup if you like.

        2. I didn’t use sparkling water but if you want add it just before serving.

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        Mango Peach Pear Smoothie / Dairy Free Low Calorie Smoothie 


        Mango peach pear dairy free low calorie smoothie.

        Mango season is about to over. So enjoy this yummy fruit in one more delicious, healthy, chilled, refreshing and filling smoothie.

        A chilled glass of smoothie is perfect for this weather.

        Our this week’s #Foodiemonday bloghop theme is  #Shravanvratspecial.

        Shravan is considered an auspicious month for the Hindus. In North India people avoid non vegetarian food including onion garlic in this month. People observe fast on every Monday during this month.

        Presenting a yummy, nutritious, filling, refreshing and power packed smoothie to boost your energy. Take a long glass of smoothie on meal time instead of calorie ladden deep fried food.

        I have added peach in this smoothie. Which is a rich source of minerals and dietary fiber. Low calorie peach contain no saturated fat or cholesterol.

        Normally I make this smoothie with coconut milk or chopped tender coconut. If you have coconut milk you can add 1/2 cup for a different and delicious taste. Or you can add 1/2 cup chopped tender coconut. If you don’t like pear you can use any fruit instead like chickoo, banana etc.

         

        Recipe 


        Ripe mango –  1 cup, peeled and cubed

        Peach – 1/2 cup cut into small pieces

        Pear – 1 peeled and diced

        Cinnamon powder – 1/4 teaspoon

        Cardamom powder – a pinch

        Lemon juice – 1 teaspoon

        Honey – 2 teaspoon or to taste

         

        Method 


        Combine peeled and cubed mango, chopped peach and peeled and diced pear in blender jar.

        If you want you can add add 1/2  cup of coconut milk or 1/2 cup chopped tender coconut. Normally I like to add coconut milk or chopped tender coconut in this smoothie but today I don’t have any.

         

        If you don’t like pear you can use any fruit instead like banana, chikoo/sapodilla/zapota or any other fruits.

         

        Blend until smooth and frothy. Add cinnamon powder, cardamom powder, lemon juice and honey. Blend again.

        Taste and add more honey and lemon juice if required.

        Place some ice cubes in a glass. Pour the mixture over it. Garnish with mango cubes.

        Serve chilled.

        Enjoy…….

        See what my fellow bloggers have shared for #Foodiemonday bloghop on fasting food theme –

         

        https://poonambachhav.blogspot.in/2017/07/fig-banana-smoothie.htmlhttp://aahaaramonline.com/2017/07/17/

         

        http://aahaaramonline.com/2017/07/17/dahi-sabudana-maharashtra-recipe

         

        http://aahaaramonline.com/2017/07/17/dahi-sabudana-maharashtra-recipe

         

        http://www.delishpotpourri.com/sabudana-sago-tapioca-pearls-dahi-bhalla

         

        https://veenasvegnation.com/recipe/til-chikki

         

        https://krispykadhai.wordpress.com/2017/07/17/phalauri-a-pious-treat

         

        https://afoodiehousewife.wordpress.com/2017/07/17/roasted-vegetables-with-honey-lemon-dressing-and-a-mild-beetroot-dip/

         

        http://mayurisjikoni.blogspot.ca/2017/07/670-date-coconut-energy-balls.html?m=1

         

         

        Dairy Free Sugar Free Beetroot Smoothie 


        Dairy free sugar free beetroot smoothie.

        Ramadan Mubarak

        Muslims are observing Ramadan, a holy month of fasting and religious devotion.

        Ramadan is the 9th month of the Islamic calendar and is the holiest of the month as it is believed that the Holy Quran was revealed to Prophet Mohammed during this month.

        During this holy month of Ramadan Muslims are required to abstain from eating and drinking from dawn till sunset.

        Drinks play a vital role when we are on fasting. A glass of chilled and refreshing drink at Iftaar time is energy boosting.

        Fasting is a tough task for people, who abstain from food and drink until sunset in this summer season.

        Our this week’s 97th #Foodiemonday bloghop theme is #Ramadan recipes.

        Fasting people need to drink more after Iftaar in order to avoid dehydration.

        So here is a refreshing chilled and yummy dairy free beetroot smoothie for Iftaar. Beetroots are high in immune-boosting vitamin C, fiber, and essential minerals.

        You don’t need to add sugar in it. You can add black salt or rock salt and black pepper powder if you like. I didn’t.

        Recipe 


        Seedless beetroot – 1 cup cubed

        Cucumber – 1 medium

        Lemon – 1

        Grated ginger – 1/2 teaspoon

        Cinnamon powder – 1/2 teaspoon

        Flax seed powder – 1 teaspoon
        Ice cubes as required
        Lemon wedge for garnishing

        Method 


        Boil the whole beetroot with skin in a pressure cooker.

        Let it cool down. Peel and chop the beetroot into small pieces.

        Peel and grate or chop the Cucumber. Make small pieces for easy blending.

        Combine every ingredients with juice of 1 lemon. You can add some ice cubes too.

        Blend until smooth and frothy.

        You don’t need to add sugar in it.

        Taste and add more lemon juice if require. You can add black salt or rock salt and black pepper powder if you like. I didn’t.

        If you don’t like cinnamon, you can omit it. Add few mint leaves instead of cinnamon.

        Place some ice cubes in the glass. Pour the mixture over it.

        Garnish with lemon wedge. Serve chilled.

        Stay happy stay healthy.

        Wish you all a very happy and blessed Ramadan!!

        Banana Almond Mint Smoothie 


        Banana almond mint smoothie.

        One more healthy, yummy, chilled and refreshing drink to beat the heat.  And yes very easy to make.

        Smoothie is an easiest way to nourish your body with essential nutrients. It gives you essential minerals and vitamins too. You need only some fruits, milk or yogurt and a blender to make this healthy and yummy drink.

        Bananas are available in every season and packed with vitamins and minerals.

        And almonds are excellent source of vitamins and heart healthy monounsaturated fat.

        Yogurt has been consumed by humans for hundreds of years.

        It’s very nutritious, and eating it regularly may boost several aspects of your health.

        For example, yogurt has been found to reduce the risk of heart disease and osteoporosis, as well as aid in weight management.

        Source 

        You can take all three in a delicious way. Just blend everything and its ready. You can add ice cubes and enjoy as a chilled drink. I have used everything frozen so didn’t used ice cubes. You can add cinnamon or cardamom powder if you don’t like mint.

        Recipe 


        Yogurt – 1 cup

        Banana – 2 peeled and chopped

        Almond – 5 – 6 soaked and peeled

        Lemon juice – 1 teaspoon

        Mint – few leaves

        Honey or sugar – 2 teaspoon or to taste

        Ice cube – as require

        Shredded almonds, lemon wedge and mint string for garnishing

         

         

        Method 


        Combine every ingredients. Blend until smooth and frothy.

        You can add cinnamon or cardamom powder if you don’t like mint. You can add raisins or any soaked dry fruits of your choice.

        Taste and add more honey, sugar or lemon juice if require.

        Pour the mixture into your favourite glass. Add some ice cubes if require.

        I have used everything frozen so didn’t used ice cubes.

        Garnish with shredded almonds, lemon wedge and mint string.

        Serve chilled.

        Enjoy…….