Let your energy peak in the morning, speed up your metabolism. In this recipe that will support your diet, lemon, parsley and other fruits with a low sugar content can be added to the mix. Your smoothie, rich in vitamins and minerals, and very tasty and practical, is ready. Enjoy your meal!
Wash apples, cucumbers and kiwis. Without peeling the skins of the apples, clean the middle cores and chop coarsely. In the same way, chop the cucumbers without peeling them. Peel and chop the kiwis coarsely.
Take the fruits in the blender, add parsley as desired. Add lemon juice and ice and whiz for 30 seconds.
If your smoothie is thick, you can dilute it by adding ice, water or soda, or you can consume it as a cold soup. With health, enjoy!
Benefits of Ingredients in Apple Cucumber Smoothie
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Green Apple:
Green apple is rich in vitamins C & K, ample fiber (pectin), and powerful antioxidants (polyphenols). Its high fiber regulates digestion, supports gut flora, and helps stabilize blood sugar. Antioxidants protect against free radicals, acting as a shield for chronic disease prevention. The malic acid contributes to oral health. It pairs perfectly with cinnamon, ginger, mint, or lemon, and offers nutritious combinations with oats, yogurt, and nut butter. In savory dishes, especially with pork or chicken, it creates a refreshing balance.
Cucumber:
Cucumber, with over 95% water content, is an excellent hydration source. Its low-calorie profile, coupled with Vitamin K and antioxidants, supports bone health and may help reduce inflammation. It also contains silica, known for its skin benefits. Cucumber pairs wonderfully with yogurt, tomatoes, mint, and dill in dishes like salads and tzatziki.
Kiwi:
Kiwi is a vitamin C powerhouse! It boosts immunity and enhances iron absorption. The fiber it contains aids digestion. The enzyme actinidin facilitates protein digestion. Delicious in yogurt and salads.
Parsley:
Parsley is a powerful antioxidant source that supports bone health and plays a crucial role in blood clotting due to its Vitamin K content. Its Vitamin C content strengthens immunity. Rich in flavonoids like apigenin, it can help reduce inflammation. It is also a natural diuretic. It pairs perfectly with lemon, garlic, and olive oil; adding a refreshing flavor to fish, chicken, soups, and salads.
Lemon Juice:
Lemon juice, rich in Vitamin C, boosts immunity and supports collagen synthesis for skin health. Its citrate content may help prevent kidney stone formation. A natural antioxidant, it reduces inflammation. It aids digestion by stimulating liver bile production. Added to water, it offers a detoxifying effect. Pairs perfectly with fish, chicken, salads, soups, marinades, and desserts, adding a refreshing and flavorful touch.
Ice:
Ice, frozen water, offers significant cooling and therapeutic benefits. It effectively reduces inflammation and swelling, providing pain relief for sprains, bruising, and muscle aches. By constricting blood vessels, it minimizes bleeding and edema. In skincare, it can tighten pores and reduce puffiness. Beyond medical uses, it adds a refreshing touch to drinks, pairing excellently with mint, lemon, and various fruits.
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