Nutrition is essential for staying not only healthy and fit, but also youthful: there are many foods that, if regularly included in our daily diet, allow us to effectively combat the signs of aging. Among these are red berries and blueberries , avocado , pomegranate , and watermelon , the symbolic fruit of summer. And when, if not during spring and summer, is the ideal time to stock up on all the beneficial properties contained in the fruits and vegetables that this beautiful season offers us in abundance and variety. Even better if in the form of a delicious smoothie, ideal not only for breakfast but also any time of day we feel the need for a healthy and energizing drink.
Benefits
In particular, the watermelon and grape smoothie we're offering today not only helps fight the signs of aging, but also has a beneficial effect on vision clarity and the painful symptoms of arthritis, and helps prevent cardiovascular disease. And the watermelon and grape smoothie is also an excellent snack for children, replacing sugary packaged drinks.
How to make watermelon and grape smoothie
Let's see, step by step, the recipe for the watermelon and grape smoothie , according to the instructions we found in Super Energy Drinks by Stephanie Tourles (Edizioni Il Punto d'Incontro) in which you can find 126 recipes for smoothies, juices and revitalizing drinks.
- Preparation time: 5 minutes
- difficulty: Bassa
Ingredients for 2 people)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 cups cold watermelon
- 2 cups chilled black grapes, with or without seeds
- A pinch of sea salt
Preparation
- Remove the seeds from the watermelon and cut it into small pieces: for a greater diuretic effect, leave the seeds and blend them with the rest of the ingredients.
- Combine the lime juice, watermelon, grapes and salt in the blender. and blend for about 30 seconds until smooth. Serve immediately.
- Sip the smoothie slowly to aid digestion: it is rich in natural sugars and fiber.
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