Boiled fruit smoothies can be a great option for those who have difficulty digesting raw fruits. Cooking the fruits can make them easier on the digestive system while still providing essential nutrients. Here are some boiled fruit smoothie ideas:
1. Apple and Cinnamon
Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 2 apples, peeled, cored, and
sliced
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup plain yogurt or dairy-free
alternative
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
(optional)
Instructions:
1.
In a saucepan, combine apples, water,
and cinnamon. Bring to a boil, then simmer until apples are tender.
2.
Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
3.
Blend the boiled apples and cooking
liquid until smooth.
4.
Add yogurt and honey or maple syrup if
using, and blend again until well combined.
5.
Serve warm or chilled.
2. Pear and Ginger
Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and
sliced
- 1-inch piece of fresh ginger,
peeled and sliced
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup almond milk or preferred
milk
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup
(optional)
Instructions:
1.
In a saucepan, combine pears, ginger,
and water. Bring to a boil, then simmer until pears are tender.
2.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
3.
Blend the boiled pears and ginger with
the cooking liquid until smooth.
4.
Add almond milk and sweetener if using,
and blend until combined.
5.
Serve warm or chilled.
3. Peach and Vanilla
Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 3 ripe peaches, peeled, pitted,
and sliced
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup plain yogurt or dairy-free
alternative
- 1-2 tablespoons honey or agave
syrup (optional)
Instructions:
1.
In a saucepan, combine peaches and
water. Bring to a boil, then simmer until peaches are soft.
2.
Let the mixture cool slightly.
3.
Blend the boiled peaches with the
cooking liquid until smooth.
4.
Add vanilla extract, yogurt, and
sweetener if using, and blend until well mixed.
5.
Serve warm or chilled.
4. Berry Medley
Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries,
blueberries, raspberries), fresh or frozen
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 cup plain yogurt or dairy-free
alternative
- 1-2 tablespoons honey or agave
syrup (optional)
Instructions:
1.
In a saucepan, combine berries, water,
and lemon juice. Bring to a boil, then simmer until berries are soft.
2.
Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
3.
Blend the boiled berries with the
cooking liquid until smooth.
4.
Add yogurt and sweetener if using, and
blend until well combined.
5.
Serve warm or chilled.
5. Mango and Turmeric
Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled, pitted,
and sliced
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 cup coconut milk or preferred
milk
- 1-2 tablespoons honey or agave
syrup (optional)
Instructions:
1.
In a saucepan, combine mangoes, water,
and turmeric. Bring to a boil, then simmer until mangoes are tender.
2.
Let the mixture cool slightly.
3.
Blend the boiled mangoes and turmeric
with the cooking liquid until smooth.
4.
Add coconut milk and sweetener if
using, and blend until well mixed.
5.
Serve warm or chilled.
Here's a recipe for a
guava boiled smoothie:
6. Guava and Lime
Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 3 ripe guavas, peeled, seeded, and
chopped
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 cup plain yogurt or dairy-free
alternative
- 1-2 tablespoons honey or agave
syrup (optional)
Instructions:
1.
Prepare the Guavas:
o Peel
and chop the guavas. Removing the seeds can make the smoothie smoother, as
guava seeds can be quite hard.
2.
Boil the Guavas:
o In
a saucepan, combine the chopped guavas and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce
the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the guavas are soft and
tender.
3.
Cool the Mixture:
o Remove
the saucepan from the heat and allow the guava mixture to cool slightly.
4.
Blend the Smoothie:
o Transfer
the boiled guavas and the cooking liquid to a blender. Add the lime juice and
blend until smooth.
o Add
the yogurt and honey or agave syrup, if using. Blend again until well combined.
5.
Serve:
o Pour
the smoothie into glasses. You can serve it warm or chill it in the
refrigerator for a refreshing cool drink.
Tips:
- Seed Removal:
If you find the guava seeds to be too hard, you can strain the boiled
guava mixture through a fine mesh sieve before blending to remove the
seeds.
- Flavor Variation:
For an added flavor twist, consider adding a small piece of ginger when
boiling the guavas, or garnish the smoothie with fresh mint leaves.
- Consistency:
Adjust the thickness of the smoothie by adding more water or yogurt,
depending on your preference.
This guava and lime
smoothie is not only delicious but also packed with vitamins and antioxidants,
making it a healthy choice for those with sensitive digestive systems. Enjoy!
These boiled fruit
smoothies are not only easy on the digestive system but also delicious and
nutritious. You can experiment with different fruit combinations and adjust the
sweetness to your preference.
