Running through a morning slump? Then this dry fruit smoothie is the ultimate way to revitalize your energy levels in the most delicious and easy-to-make form. Plus, it is also loaded with essential oils and healthy fats that are gonna keep you energized for the whole day.
We have all had those days.
No matter what you do, you just don’t feel like getting out of bed, and even if you somehow do, you can’t find the energy to get through the day.
Well, worry not, because this dry fruit smoothie has come to your rescue.
It is full of body-loving nutrients- potassium, calcium, protein, and immunity-boosting properties.
Just throw the dry fruits of your choice in the milk, and blitz it in a high-powered blender.
This smoothie is the perfect power drink just before the gym, or it can be consumed as a healthy morning meal on its own.
Plus, it promotes weight loss!
Tools You’ll Need
- Blender: Make sure that the dry fruits are blended properly with the milk, and that no grainy bits are there.
Ingredients in This Dry Fruit Smoothie for Weight Loss Recipe
Milk: Milk itself is extremely nutritious brimming with calcium and protein, and along with that makes this smoothie very creamy and rich with its texture.
Dry Fruits: There is no fixed type of dry fruits that can be used to make this smoothie. From almonds and raisins to walnuts and pistachios, anything can be included to whip up your ideal drink.
Honey: Honey is a natural sweetener, and its earthy and subtle woody flavor adds a certain depth to the flavor of this beverage.
Water: Water makes the flavors of dry fruits pop out.
How to Make Dry Fruit Smoothie
Prepare the dry fruits:
Soak the dry fruits in a bowl full of water for 10 minutes.
Peel off the skins of the dry fruits and set them aside for further use.
Blitz the ingredients together:
Add the dry fruits to a high-powered blender and finely grind them.
Then add milk, and honey, and again blend them.
Garnish:
Transfer the smoothie to a glass and top it with chopped almonds.
Your dry fruit smoothie is ready to be served.
Tips & Variations
Choose any dry fruits: You don’t have to stick to definite types of dry fruits. Whatever is at your disposal- almonds, walnuts, raisins, figs can be used in making this smoothie.
Honey alternative: Maple syrup is the best natural sweetener substitute for honey. Though the flavor of maple syrup is quite different, it adds a unique freshness and makes things interesting.
Serving Options
Meal: This smoothie can be a complete meal in and of itself. The healthy fats and oils from dry fruits make it a wholesome meal.
It is also a great energy drink.
How to Store
In the fridge: This smoothie can be stored in the fridge for a couple of days in an air-tight container.
In the freezer: You can store this drink in the freezer for a month, after that the texture of the milk will alter and spoil the flavor.
Why You’ll Love It
- It is easy to make and can be whipped up in under 20 minutes.
- It is highly nutritious and filled with antioxidants.
- Only a handful of ingredients are needed to make this smoothie.
- This beverage doesn’t incorporate any added sugar.
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- Peanut Salad
- Puerto Rican Potato Salad
Please rate and comment if you make this dry fruit smoothie so I know how much you like it.
Healthy Dry Fruit Smoothie
Ingredients
- Water
- 400 ml Milk
- 10 Almonds
- 5 Walnuts
- 10 Raisins
- 3 tbsp Honey
Instructions
- Soak the dry fruits in a bowl full of water for 10 minutes.
- Peel off the skins of the dry fruits and set them aside for further use.
- Add the dry fruits to a high-powered blender and finely grind them.
- Then add milk, and honey, and again blend them.
- Transfer the smoothie to a glass and top it with chopped almonds.
- Your dry fruit smoothie is ready to be served.
Notes
- Choose any dry fruits: You don’t have to stick to definite types of dry fruits. Whatever is at your disposal- almonds, walnuts, raisins, figs can be used in making this smoothie.
- Honey alternative: Maple syrup is the best natural sweetener substitute for honey. Though the flavor of maple syrup is quite different, it adds a unique freshness and makes things interesting.
