Banana Orange Smoothie Recipe

By Unknown

Banana orange smoothie is one of the quick and simple recipe. It is thick blended beverage made from banana, orange and yoghurt. All these natural protein & vitamin rich ingredients make this drink extremely healthy. Yoghurt serves as binder and banana gives a rich creamy texture to your smoothie. I use honey instead of sugar which gives nice sweetness to it. This is my husband's favorite drink.

In this way you can make different smoothies by using different combinations of fruits which you like. You can try this comforting smoothie in your breakfast or snacks.

If you are looking for more beverages then why don't you try out these simple jal jeera, salted lassi, sweet lassi recipe.

Serves - 3-4 people

Difficulty - Easy

Time Available - Up to 15 mins.

Ingredients:

2 cups fresh yoghurt (curd/dahi).
2 tbsp. honey.
2 ripe banana.
1 orange.
Sugar (Optional or as required)

Method:
1) Grate the orange rind and keep asides. (see below tip)
2) Peel the orange and remove the white from segments.
3) Combine the peeled segments of orange, sliced banana, honey and yoghurt in a blender and blend till it become smooth.
4) Keep in the fridge till it gets chilled.
5) Serve in a glass and sprinkle some orange rind.

Tip:
1) To get orange rind, grate a firm fresh orange on the fine holes of the grater without applying pressure. Grate only the orange outer skin without grating the white substance below it.

Salted Lassi Recipe

By Unknown

The heat of the summer has been intense here in India. The temperature reached high up to 45 degree C. So beat the heat with this simple, tasty and cool Indian drink. Salted Lassi.....

This is a salty version of sweet Punjabi lassi. Enjoy this savory drink along with meal or alone. It helps to cool the body and aids digestion.

There are some more variations of lassi, such as Sweet Lassi, Mango Lassi and Mint Lassi.

Few people are fond of salted lassi but I love mine sweet lassi with layer of malai and lots of nuts on topped.

This lassi consists of few ingredients such as yogurt, black salt, ginger and roasted cumin powder.

This refreshing drink keeps you cool on hot summer days. Try it.....

If you are looking for more beverages then why don't you try out these simple banana orange smoothie, jal jeera recipe.

Serves - 2 people
Difficulty - Easy
Time Available - Up to 15 mins

Ingredients:
11/2 cup yogurt (curd/dahi).
1 cup chilled water.
1 tsp. chopped ginger (adrak)
1/2 tsp. black salt (sanchal)
1/2 tsp. roasted cumin (jeera) powder.
6-8 ice cubes.
Few mint (phudina) leaves.(optional)

Method:
1) Combine yogurt, water, ginger, black salt and roasted jeera powder in blender.
2) Blend it at least for 30 seconds or till yogurt become light and frothy layer appears on top.
3) Add ice cubes and again blend it for 30 seconds.
4) Pour into glasses.
5) Garnish with some few mint leaves. Serve chilled.

Sweet Lassi Recipe

By Unknown

Lassi is one of the popular Indian traditional drink, originated from Punjab. The popularity of lassi is not remained within Punjab but now days you can see it everywhere across India.

Lassi is generally taken along with lunch. A big glass of lassi and lunch is daily ritual in Punjabi customs.

There are some more variations of lassi, such as Salty Lassi, Mango Lassi and Mint Lassi.

This yogurt drink is not only refreshing in hot summer but also very healthy and rich in nutrients. Ayurveda also recommends taking yogurt in the form of drinks.

It's a blend of yogurt, sugar, some spices and often fruits. Traditionally churn it by madhani (whipper) and topped with a layer of homemade malai. Yummy..Yummy.....

If you are looking for more beverages then why don't you try out these simple banana orange smoothie, jal jeera recipe.

Serves - 2 people
Difficulty - Easy
Time Available - Up to 15 mins

Ingredients:
11/2 cup yogurt (curd/dahi).
4-5 tbsp. sugar.
1/4 tsp. cardamom (elaichi) powder.
pinch of saffron (kesar).
6-8 ice cubes.
2 tbsp. malai.
2 tbsp. dry fruits (cashew, pistachio, almond)

Method:
1) Combine yogurt, sugar, cardamom powder, saffron in blender.
2) Blend it at least for 1 minute or till yogurt become light and frothy layer appears on top.
3) Add ice cubes and again blend it for 30 seconds.
4) Pour into glasses. Add malai on top.
5) Garnish little saffron and dry fruits.
6) Serve chilled.

Tips:
1) For more health benefits, add honey instead of sugar.
2) If you want thin lassi then simply add water or milk as per the consistency you like.

Jal Jeera Recipe

By Unknown

Jal jeera is famous traditional mint flavoured lemonade. This is popular summer drink in northern part of India due to hot climatic conditions.

Generally served as an appetizer but personally I prefer after my meal. It is a refreshing digestive drink and also good for dehydration and weight loss.

Jal jeera consists of cumin, mint, coriander, lemon, ginger, tamarind, black pepper, black salt and asafoetida. Few people may also add chilli or hot pepper. I add lots of khari boondi on top of the drink and it gives crunchy taste. This is my kid's one of the favourite drink.

Health benefits of its Ingredients:

Cumin: Aids digestion, natural anti oxidant and keeps immunity levels high.
Mint: It is a great appetizer and aids digestion. Help to relieve nausea.
Coriander: Is a powerful diuretic, making it perfect for the summer. It boosts immunity and is a rich source of fiber, iron, magnesium and potassium.
Lemon: It is a high source of vitamin C, hence boost immunity. It is an excellent appetizer as well as digestive aids. It is a detoxifying agent, helps removes toxins from the body.
Ginger: Powerful anti-oxidant and is an excellent for digestion, helps to relieve nausea and motion sickness.
Tamarind: It is a very good source of iron. Increase the efficiency of your digestive system.
Black Pepper: Improve digestion. The outer layer of pepper corn stimulates the breakdown of fat cell, keeping you slim.
Black Salt: It cools the body, is anti-acidic and digestive. It also contains essential minerals necessary for body functions.
Asafoetida: Aids digestion, natural anti oxidant

Jal jeera taste similar to Pani Puri ka pani. Readymade Jal jeera powders are available in market but this homemade jal jeera taste best.
Make it and see yourself.....

If you are looking for more beverages then why don't you try out these simple banana orange smoothie, salted lassi, sweet lassi recipe.

Serves - 4 people
Difficulty - Easy
Time Available - 15 mins to 30 mins

Ingredients:

1/4 cup mint (phudina) leaves.

1/4 cup coriander (dhania) leaves.

3 tbsp. lemon juice.

4 tbsp. sugar.
1 tbsp. chopped ginger (adrak).

1 tbsp. roasted cumin (jeera) powder

1 tbsp. tamarind (imli) seedless.

1/4 tsp. black pepper (kali mirch) powder.

1 tsp. salt.

1 tsp. black salt (sanchal).

Pinch of asafoetida (hing).

4 cup of water.

1 tbsp. khari boondi.

Method:

1) Soak the tamarind in 1/2 cup warm water for about 15-20 minutes. Mash and roughly strain the pulp.

2) Rinse the mint and coriander leaves.

3) Blend all the ingredients except boondi in 1/2 cup water till fine paste.

4) Strain through strainer.

5) Add 3 cups of water to the strained mixture.

6) Keep in the refrigerator.

7) Serve chilled. Add boondi while serving.

Tips:
1) If you are health conscious and wanted to avoid sugar, then add jaggery or honey instead of sugar.
2) You can also add chilled club soda instead of water.
3) Always use roasted cumin powder it helps to enhance the flavour and aroma of drink.