How to Make Muskmelon Smoothie (Kharbooja) – Recipe by Celebrity Chef Kunal Kapur
Summer has arrived and it’s time to enjoy all the wonderful fruits the season has to offer. In fact, if there’s one thing we’re grateful for in this scorching heat, it’s delicious fruits. Mangoes, berries, watermelons, jamuns, lychees, etc. find their way into our fruit basket and we love getting the most out of them. Besides enjoying these fruits, we also use them in salads, sabzi, desserts etc. Another popular summer fruit is muskmelon, commonly known as kharbooja in Hindi. Like watermelon, kharbooja has a high water content that helps us beat the heat outside. Besides, the sweet aroma and taste of kharbooja instantly infuses a wave of freshness in the body.
According to the book ‘Healing Foods’ by DK Publishing House, gourd (belongs to the cucurbit family) is rich in vitamin C, fiber, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that help us detox, digest and boost immunity. Translate. Besides, it is also rich in beta-carotene which makes thyme a great fruit for eye and bone health. It also helps control blood pressure, thanks to its potassium content.
What we love most about the muskmelon is its versatility. You can use this humble fruit to create a variety of recipes. One great recipe we’ve been looking at recently is the musk smoothie. Shared by celebrity chef Kunal Kapur on his Instagram handle, this smoothie makes a perfect summer breakfast. Muskmelon smoothies are easy, refreshing, and give you some of the nutrients you need to start your day. Let’s take a look at the recipe.
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Easy Breakfast Recipe: How to Make Muskmelon Smoothie:
Recipe by Chef Kunal Kapur
Ingredient:
1 cup Minced Muskmelon
1 cup of milk
1.5 tbsp honey
1 tablespoon chopped celery
1/4 teaspoon minced ginger
A pinch of nutmeg powder
A pinch of black pepper powder
Few drops of vanilla extract
3/4 cup coconut water
Method:
All you need to do is put all the ingredients in a blender and puree.
Transfer smoothie to a tall glass, garnish with minced meat and serve.
Watch the complete recipe video here:
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Super easy recipe; right What are you waiting for? Try the recipe at home and enjoy a delicious and healthy breakfast today.
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