Smoothies made under 8 minutes
The holy month of Ramadan is coming to an end, and it's those last few days, when you have to keep going with fasting hours. To stay active and energised, it is important to keep the body ready. The best way to do so is by adding high-protein meals to your sehri or suhoor diet. Choosing foods that are rich in protein, fibre, and healthy fats can help you stay full for longer and prevent energy crashes during the day. Here are a few high-protein smoothies to keep you active all day.
Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
Ingredients: 1 banana, 1 tbsp peanut butter, 1 cup milk, 1 tbsp oats, and 1 tsp honey
Method: Blend all the ingredients until smooth. The combination of banana and peanut butter is said to provide long-lasting energy that helps during fasting hours.
Dates and Almond Smoothie
Ingredients: 3–4 soaked dates, 5 soaked almonds, 1 cup milk, ½ tsp cardamom powder, and a few ice cubes
Method: Blend all ingredients until creamy and enjoy it fresh. It is naturally sweet and packed with nutrients, a smoothie that can be easily made at home. According to experts, dates are rich in natural sugars (glucose, fructose), which provide quick energy. They also contain potassium and magnesium, which help regulate blood pressure and support overall heart function. And bananas are rich in natural sugars (glucose, fructose, sucrose), which provide quick energy—perfect for mornings, workouts, or fasting days. Also, they are high in potassium, which helps regulate blood pressure and support heart function.
Oats and Yogurt Power Smoothie
Ingredients: ½ cup curd, 2 tbsp soaked oats, 1 banana, 1 tsp soaked chia seeds, and 1 cup milk
Method: Add all the ingredients in a blender jar and blend well. It makes for a thick and creamy smoothie that keeps you full for hours.
Mango Paneer Smoothie
Ingredients: ½ cup soft paneer, 1 cup mango pulp, 1 cup milk, 1 tsp honey or jaggery, and a pinch of cardamom powder
Method: Blend all ingredients until smooth and your homemade mango and paneer smoothie is ready. It is rich, creamy, and perfect during mango season.
Chocolate Peanut Protein Smoothie
Ingredients: 1 tbsp peanut butter, 1 banana, 1 cup milk, 1 tsp cocoa powder, and 1 tbsp oats
Method: Add all the ingredients in the blender and blend until smooth and creamy. It is said to satisfy your sweet cravings while providing long-lasting energy.
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