Fruit smoothies are, without a doubt, one of the most delicious natural drinks we can have. In addition, they are very healthy and beneficial, and therefore their daily consumption is recommended. Among them, we find the raspberry smoothie or shake : a proposal worth trying at least once. The acidity of the raspberry combined with the smoothness of the accompanying milk or yogurt is the perfect combination for an incredible flavor and creamy texture, making it very easy to drink. In this article you will learn how to make one. We hope you like it!
Properties and benefits of raspberries
Raspberries are the fruit of an evergreen shrub native to Europe and northern Asia: the raspberry. They can be found in wild forests, and it is in summer when this red fruit is at its optimum ripening point, although it can also be consumed in autumn. It is a very versatile fruit that can be used in both sweet and savory preparations. For example, just as it is used to prepare delicious cakes, it can also be used to accompany a good meat dish, although it is hard to believe.
The raspberry has numerous properties, but it stands out above all for its high antioxidant capacity. This means that it has elements that prevent aging or oxidation of cells and tissues. Here are some other benefits of this wild fruit:
- These fruits are rich in calcium, potassium, vitamin B9 (folic acid, which helps the body to create new cells) and vitamin C.
- Supports eye and skin health: foods rich in vitamin C have been shown to help maintain healthy eyes.
- Helps control diabetes.
- Improves allergic and asthmasymptoms .
- It helps in cases of cystitis (medical term used to define inflammation of the bladder) and fluid retention.
- Its phytonutrients reduce oxidative stress and inflammation in the cells.
- Its high folic acid content makes it recommended for pregnant women. If a woman is pregnant, she should consume at least 400 micrograms (0.4 milligrams) of folic acid daily before conception and for at least three months after becoming pregnant. Studies show that this significantly reduces the risk of a baby having neural tube defects.
Raspberry Milkshake Recipe
The smoothie we propose this time is a raspberry and yogurt smoothie. It is creamy, and has a very rich, slightly acidic flavor, which is characteristic of raspberries. Besides, it is easy to prepare, so you won’t spend a lot of time in the kitchen.
Ingredients needed
- 125 grams of raspberry (about one tub)
- 1 creamy yoghurt with bifidus
- 200 milliliters of almond milk
- 2 teaspoons Stevia vegetable sweetener
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Just follow the six easy steps below for a smooth and delicious raspberry-yogurt smoothie. Aim well:
- In a bowl with water and a drop of bleach or vegetable disinfectant, soak the raspberries and drain well. As these fruits come in tubs, being so fragile, it is necessary to wash them before using them in a recipe or consuming them directly.
- Put the raspberries in a blender-safe bowl. Add the milk and blend until smooth.
- Strainthrough a chinois strainer to prevent annoying little bits from getting into the smoothie.
- Rinse the blender-safe bowl, then add the yogurt and teaspoons of sweetener. The sweetener enhances the flavor, as raspberries are quite tart.
- Pour the previously strained raspberry-milk mixture and run the blender for a few seconds.
- Serve or keep the smoothie in the refrigerator. It can also be used to add to popsicle molds, so you can have homemade raspberry and yogurt popsicles. We leave this up to you. Remember that the most important thing is that you enjoy it as you like!
