While water is essential for your well-being, it’s equally important to explore other refreshing and health-enhancing drinks. Today, I’ll share recipes for five revitalizing beverages that go beyond water to support your wellness.
1. Refreshing Bottle Gourd Juice:
Ingredients:
1/4 fresh bottle gourd, peeled and cut into small pieces
2-3 fresh mint leaves
A pinch of black pepper powder
Instructions:
Blend the bottle gourd pieces until you achieve a smooth consistency.
Strain the juice and add fresh mint leaves.
Mint not only enhances the taste but also aids digestion and freshens your breath.
For a hint of spiciness, sprinkle a pinch of black pepper powder into your juice.
This clear juice is particularly refreshing, especially on hot summer days.
2. Lemon Chia Seed Water:
Ingredients:
1 teaspoon chia seeds
1 fresh lemon
1 glass of water
Instructions:
Soak chia seeds in a glass of water for at least 30 minutes, allowing them to absorb water and form a gel-like consistency around each seed.
Squeeze fresh lemon juice directly into the chia seed water.
Freshly squeezed lemon juice not only adds flavor but also provides a dose of vitamin C, antioxidants, and aids digestion.
Enjoy lemon chia seed water for a hydrating and flavorful midday boost.
3.Cucumber Mint Infused Water:
Ingredients:
8-10 slices of cucumber
5-6 mint leaves
1 liter of water
Instructions:
Slice the cucumber into thin pieces to infuse the flavor easily into the water.
Add fresh mint leaves to the cucumber slices.
Place the cucumber and mint into a jar and pour in the water.
Allow the mixture to infuse for at least two hours, melding the refreshing flavors.
When ready to drink, savor the subtle coolness of cucumber and mint, keeping you refreshed and hydrated.
4. Kashmiri Kahwa:
Ingredients:
2 teaspoons green tea leaves
A few saffron strands
1-inch cinnamon stick
1 cardamom pod, crushed
1 clove
3 chopped almonds
2 teaspoons jaggery
Water
Instructions:
Soak saffron strands in one tablespoon of warm water and set aside.
Boil one cup of water in a saucepan, adding cinnamon, cardamom, and clove.
Cook on medium flame for three to four minutes.
Reduce the flame, add green tea leaves, and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Strain the tea and transfer it back to the saucepan.
Add saffron water, chopped almonds, jaggery water, and cook for 1 minute on low heat while stirring.
Enjoy the soothing warmth of this traditional Kashmiri tea.
5. Carrot Beetroot Juice:
Ingredients:
100 grams carrots
1 small beetroot
1/2-inch piece of ginger
A pinch of rock salt
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions:
Blend carrots, beetroot, and ginger in a mixer with some water.
Add rock salt and lemon juice to taste.
Consume the juice fresh.
This vibrant and nutrient-packed drink not only looks beautiful but also offers a wealth of health benefits.
With these five nature-inspired, refreshing drinks, each sip becomes an investment in your health, supporting your wellness journey.