Three natural fruit drinks to try this summer
It’s important to eat healthy nutritional food to beat the summers, but it is equally important to keep yourself hydrated to beat the heat these summers. And, there isn’t a better way than adding some natural fruit drinks to keep you healthy and hydrated.
Summer fruit drinks aren’t just refreshing but, super healthy too. They are loaded with vitamins and essential nutrients that keeps you hydrated and keeps you body cool in this hot weather. Refreshing summer beverages are good alternatives to have instead of consuming unhealthy packed drinks which have artificial flavours.
Here are three summer cooler recipes which you must try these summers. They aren’t just simple to make but, are also refreshing and loaded with healthy nutrients to keep you going these summers. They keep you full for longer hours and cools down your body to beat the extreme heat. They help in maintaining your energy levels all day long.
Watermelon is one of the must have fruits these summers. It’s high in water content and also contains lycopene. The high-water content makes it for a hydrating drink, packed with vitamin C and antioxidants. The mint acts like a cooling agent in the drink and helps in digestion too.
Ingredients:
· Fresh watermelon cubes
· Mint leaves
· Lemon juice
· Honey (optional)
· Chilled sparkling water
· Ice cubes
Method: Blend the watermelon until smooth and strain if desired. Add lemon juice, a few mint leaves, and honey to taste. Pour into a glass filled with ice, top with sparkling water, stir gently, and garnish with fresh mint before serving.
Everyone’s favourite fruit Mango, makes a perfect combination with coconut water. Coconut water contains natural electrolytes which keeps you going. Along, with goodness of Mangoes, which are already packed with Vitamin A. A drink which boosts your overall wellness and immunity. This drink not only tastes good, but is super nutritious as well.
Ingredients:
· Fresh mango pulp
· Tender coconut water
· A splash of coconut milk
· Lime juice
· Ice cubes
Method: Add mango pulp, coconut water, coconut milk, lime juice, and ice to a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy. Pour into a chilled glass and serve immediately with a slice of mango or a sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes.
A super refreshing drink which makes you feel light and refreshed the moment you have it. The flavours juts hits right and you long for wanting more. Lychee and rose makes the perfect combination. The Lychee is rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants while, rose is light, fragrant and refreshing. A perfect cooler for the summer season.
Ingredients:
· Fresh lychees (or canned lychees)
· Lemon juice
· Rose syrup or rose water
· Chilled soda or water
· Ice cubes
Method: Lightly crush or blend the lychees and add them to a glass. Mix in lemon juice and a small amount of rose syrup. Fill the glass with ice and top with chilled soda or water. Stir gently and garnish with rose petals or a whole lychee for an elevated presentation.
Summary
As temperatures soar during the summer months, staying hydrated becomes just as important as eating nutritious food. Natural fruit-based drinks are a delicious and healthy way to replenish fluids, boost energy levels, and keep the body cool. Unlike packaged beverages that often contain artificial flavours and added sugars, fresh fruit coolers are packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and essential nutrients that support overall well-being. From the hydrating Watermelon Mint Cooler and nutrient-rich Mango Coconut Refresher to the refreshing Lychee Rose Lemonade, these easy-to-make summer drinks offer the perfect balance of taste and nutrition, helping you stay refreshed, energized, and healthy all season long.
-By
Akanksha Rajora