Carrot Smoothie and Green Smoothie

Smoothie is an instant, yet healthy drink, which can be taken on regular basis. You can try different combinations to make different, tasty and colourful smoothies. You can also substitute one meal with a healthy smoothie. In green smoothie and carrot smoothie, a lot of nutrients are present. It contains antioxidants, minerals and vitamins and can also help in losing a few calories.

Carrot Smoothie

Ingredients for Carrot Smoothie:

1. Carrot cut into small pieces – 2 cups

2. Apple cut into small pieces – 1 cup

3. Honey – 1 big spoon

4. Milk – 1 cup

5. Ice cubes and mint leaves – As needed

How to prepare Carrot Smoothie?

1. Put all ingredients except mint leaves in a blender, and blend well.

2. Strain it and decorate with mint leaves.

3. If needed, add extra honey.

Green Smoothie

Ingredients for Green Smoothie:

1. Palak/Lettuce/Broccoli chopped – 3 cups

2. Coconut water/water – 2 cups

3. Banana/mango/apple chopped – 1 cup

4. Honey – 1 small spoon

5. Ginger chopped – 1 small spoon

6. Peanuts – 1 big spoon, powdered

How to prepare Green Smoothie?

1. Blend all ingredients together in a blender.

2. Strain it, if needed.

3. Transfer your green smoothie to glasses and serve chilled.

Courtesy: Vanitha Magazine August 6-19, 2022