5 healthy ingredients to add to your smoothies
mis à jour le 6 October 2015 à 23:59
These fresh mixed fruit juices are perfect for your daily fill of vitamins, minerals and fibre. Here are 5 original ingredients to add in your blender to make your smoothies even tastier and more nutritious
CINNAMON:
For: Its extraordinary richness in fibre (2g cinnamon=1.3g fibre) and high antioxidant properties.
To use: In powder form. It goes with apples, pears, pineapples, oranges, peaches, red fruits, etc.
Suggestion: Apple, pear and cinnamon. Reheat in the microwave for an apple-pear crumble flavoured smoothie…yum!
WATERCRESS:
For: Its richness in vitamins and minerals and diuretic power, which that makes it an excellent detox treatment.
To use: Whole and washed. Neutralize the bitterness of watercress with a sour apple (Granny Smith). This way, the smoothie is not too sweet and tastes “cleaner”.
Suggestion: Watercress, cucumber and apple, with a hint of ginger, for an extremely energising drink.
DRIED APRICOTs:
For: The delectable flavour, for one! It is also more energy-efficient than when consumed fresh.
To use: With all the fruits you can lay your hands on; apricots go with just about everything. To prevent your smoothie from getting too sweet, though, pair it with some green apples.
Suggestion: A mixture of pear, Granny Smith apples, dried apricot and some apple juice.
WHEATGERM:
For: A double dose of vitamins, minerals and fibre.
To use: In powder or flakes, and preferably at breakfast for a good start to the day.
Suggestion: A yoghurt, blueberries, wheat germ, muesli, honey and orange juice smoothie, for an all-in-one breakfast.
SOY MILK:
For: Its protein content. Soy milk (or soya bean drink) is also ideal for people with lactose intolerance.
To use: In place of cow's milk or yoghurt, for a creamy and smooth drink.
Suggestion: Mix with banana and matcha (powdered green tea). Perfect for an afternoon tea.
Louise Delgado
