With almost one in two parts of pineapple, this smoothie is a good source of Vitamin C that could help in relief from bloating and indigestion. I found pineapple as a good complement for melons to make up for the sweetness with a little sour note. Moreover, it is loaded with beneficial nutrients and is said to have anti-inflammatory benefits. Last but not least, studies show that children who ate pineapples had a significantly lower risk of both viral and bacterial infections. I agree to be sent email.
The third key ingredient that I used for this smoothie is a small piece of ginger. Ginger is another ingredient that can help in digestion as well as protecting you from infection, inflammation, and pain. A little sting from ginger, sourness from Pineapple, and sweetness from the melon makes this smoothie a well-balanced one. Although this is a summer recipe, there is no reason why you cannot try this year-round. The only downside to that being the sweetness from melons can be inconsistent after summer. So I suggest you try it before the summer is gone.
Tips and variations
You can use frozen watermelon and frozen pineapple to make a frozen and thicker smoothie.Using a high power blender will make your smoothie better.You can add a teaspoon of agave or maple syrup if the melons are not sweet.For best results, enjoy the smoothie immediately after preparing it.Add apples or strawberries for variation instead of pineapples.
Can watermelon be frozen for a smoothie?
The simple answer is yes, watermelon can be frozen, but it will become mushy when thawed. Indeed, frozen watermelon is perfect for drinks like smoothies. But I used fresh watermelon for this smoothie recipe. With the kind of fresh melons I see at the market, there is no need for a frozen kind. My kids enjoyed the last drop of this smoothie without any added sweetener, so I hope you all will enjoy it as we did. If this recipe interests you, look for similar recipes in my blog, such as the
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