Homemade Summer Drinks: 5 Recipes with Superfoods

If temperatures rise and the heat becomes unbearable, enjoy a good drink fresh and thirst-quenching It could be helpful if we then combine the energy and the energy that the superfood that's it! Here are some recipes for summer drinks to make at home with superfoods...

What are superfoods and what are they used for?

THE superfood They are foods of plant origin, capable of providing essential nutrients, which are able to positively influence the physiological functions of our organism.

So, these are foods characterized by an exceptional density of micronutrients , such as vitamins and minerals that may provide health benefits.

Like acai which has antioxidant properties and helps regular intestinal transit, or matcha which contains a large amount of antioxidant catechins. Maca with a great Tonic-Adaptogen action, or moringa and spirulina for their notable nutritional benefits.

Their powdered consistency is perfect for adding to smoothies or fresh drinks to enjoy on these hot summer days.

Let's see in detail 5 recipes of summer drinks to make at home with superfoods!

Summer drinks to make at home with superfoods:

1. Acai Smoothie

The acai It is a small blue-purple berry that is very similar, even in flavour, to a blueberry.

It has a high fibre content which helps the regularity of the intestinal tract, it has an antioxidant action as it contains the anthocyanins that is, pigments that belong to the family of flavonoids , responsible for the colour and also intervenes in the metabolism of lipids and carbohydrates. Finally, it has a high content of iron, calcium and potassium.

The term smooth in English it means “smooth, well blended” and recalls the consistency that this type of drink must have. It is a thick and creamy fruit puree, to be drunk cold.

Obviously there are many different recipes depending on the type of fruit you want to use.

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon of Açai Powder NaturalBio
• 1 frozen banana
• 5 frozen strawberries
• 1 cup of vegetable drink

Preparation:

The night before, put the strawberries and the sliced ​​banana in the freezer and let it rest all night.

Once the fruit is frozen, put all the ingredients in a blender and blend until you get a smooth and homogeneous mixture.

2. Moringa Lemonade

There Moringa in powder form it is obtained from the leaves of the Moringa Oleifera tree, an extraordinary plant, of which all its parts can be consumed: the leaves, the seeds and the roots.

Moringa is one of the most nutritious plants in the world, packed with nutrients such as vitamins, minerals and the amino acids we need.

Moringa powder is very versatile and lends itself to the most varied combinations and pairings, it can be used as spice to add to savory dishes, on vegetables, roasts and potatoes but also in the preparation of desserts and biscuits. Furthermore, it is ideal added to drinks, smoothies and even to drink as tea.

This easy-to-make recipe is a flavorful alternative to classic lemonade.

Ingredients:

• Juice of 1 organic lemon
• 1 tablespoon of Moringa Powder NaturalBio
• 1 tablespoon of Natural Manuka HoneyMore (optional)
• 1L of water
• Crushed ice

Preparation:

Squeeze the lemon juice and add the Manuka Honey if you want to sweeten the drink, otherwise you can omit it.

Add the Moringa powder and mix thoroughly.

Add some crushed ice.

Finally, add cold water (even sparkling if you prefer a more fizzy taste) and garnish with a slice of lemon.

3. Iced Matcha Latte

The Matcha It is a very precious Japanese green tea that is grown in Japan. It appears as a very fine and fragrant powder.

There are so many benefits that is able to offer this drink, also called "elixir of Buddhist monks", contains an important class of antioxidants, the catechins . Furthermore, containing a combination of caffeine and theanine It would be able to increase concentration and resistance, while ensuring a feeling of calm and well-being.

This is a “summer” version of the famous matcha latte .

Ingredients:

• 250 ml of vegetable drink or milk
• 1 g of matcha powder NaturaleBio (about half a teaspoon)
• 1 teaspoon of Natural Manuka HoneyMore
• A few ice cubes

Preparation:

Carefully mix 1-2 tablespoons of hot (not boiling) water with the Matcha powder until you obtain a mixture without lumps.

Finally, add your favorite plant-based drink or cold milk and finally ice.

4. Maca and Banana Smoothie

There Maca It is a plant very similar to the turnip, it originates in the Andes and the edible part is its root, rich in important nutrients, for this reason it is considered a Superfood.

Maca has a Tonic-Adaptogen action capable of inducing in a body a state of greater nonspecific resistance that helps to combat stress by increasing the body's ability to adapt to environmental factors. Furthermore, it represents a tonic capable of acting against physical and mental fatigue.

Here is one of the summer drinks to make at home that combines the intense flavor of maca and banana.

Ingredients:

• 250 ml of almond, rice or oat vegetable drink
• 1 frozen banana
• 1 teaspoon of Maca Powder NaturalBio
• 1 teaspoon of Natural Manuka HoneyMore
• A few ice cubes

Preparation:

The night before, put the sliced ​​banana in the freezer and let it rest all night.

Once the fruit is frozen, put all the ingredients in a blender and blend until you get a smooth and homogeneous mixture.

5. Green Smoothie with Spirulina

There Spirulina , or Arthrospira platensis , is a species belonging to the Cyanobacteria class, until recently it was considered a blue-green spiral-shaped single-celled alga.

Spirulina powder has a dark green color because it contains chlorophyll, with blue reflections due to the phycocyanin pigment.

Spirulina has a high nutritional value, contains important vitamins, mineral salts and has a high protein content. In addition, it has antioxidant properties and has a supporting and restorative action.

This is a drink that can refresh, purify the body and at the same time give great energy!

Ingredients:

• 250 ml of almond or oat vegetable drink
• 1 handful of baby spinach leaves
• 1 cup fresh blueberry coffee
• 1 teaspoon of Spirulina Powder NaturalBio

Preparation:

Pour the ingredients into the blender and blend until you obtain a smooth and creamy consistency.

Sources: https://www.salute.gov.it/imgs/C_17_pagineAree_1268_listaFile_itemName_2_file.pdf