As the weather starts heating up, one of my favorite summer recipes makes a steady and strong comeback!
Smoothies!
Not only do one hundred percent fruit smoothies help you stay cool in the steamy weather, the abundant amount of nutritious vitamins that are jam-packed in all of our ingredients can help us achieve glowing, hydrated, beautiful skin for the warmer days! Big plus, they’re super yummy and sweet, serving as a perfect summer treat that’s healthy and low in calories!
For my recipe, you will need:
- 3 – 4 fresh or frozen strawberries (cut into small pieces)
- 1 thin slice of fresh watermelon (cut into small cubes)
- 1/2 of a fresh Fuji apple (cut into small cubes)
- 1 medium-sized orange (used for its juice)
- 1/2 of a small lemon (used for its juice)
As for hardware, you will need a blender (I’m using a rocket blender from Bella 12 Piece Rocket Blender) and an orange juicer (just a regular plastic one will do).
Makes 2 individual servings.
After preparing all of the fruits, I just put everything into the tall blender cup before attaching it to the high power base, blending for about one minute (or more depending on how frozen up your fruits are).
After that, I usually remove the cup from the base and give it a good shake. Then I attach the cup to the base one more time for about thirty seconds, just to make sure all of our fruits are blended thoroughly.
When that’s done, I can just pour and serve!
Smoothies can be made with whichever fruits you prefer or are available to you. I generally prefer citrus fruits which are a rich source of Vitamin C because it’s good for the skin, giving it a really nice glow.
Also, fruits such as watermelon are extremely hydrating. On hot summer days, watermelon can effectively keep the body cool. At the same time, the supple watermelon juice can keep the skin moist and hydrated despite the fluctuations in humidity.
I try to drink at least one smoothie a day, and ever since I’ve started doing this a year ago, I’ve noticed a drastic difference in my skin! 🙂 I hope you’ll all try this smoothie out, and let me know how you think it tastes!
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Oh i love all the fruits you blend with.
YUmmmm
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I love them too! So refreshing! 🙂
Really enjoyed your new post – the blush color is so pretty! ❤
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This looks so fresh and delicious! Thank you for sharing!
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Thank you for stopping by my blog Jane! 🙂
Hope you enjoyed this simple but tasty recipe!
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I love smoothie: it’s yummy, healthy and easy to do!
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Yup! 🙂 They’re a summer favorite!
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Miam miam, YUMMY 😉
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Thank you! 🙂 And yes, it’s so yummy!
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This looks amazing!
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Thank you! 🙂
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mmmmm looks delicious! 😍😍
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❤ Yes, they're so yummy, especially since it's been so hot lately! 🙂
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OMG… sooo fresh and yummm!
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Yes, it is! 🙂 Thank you so much for stopping by my blog!
Keep up the good work on your blog too!
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That smoothie looks yummy! I loveall kinds of smoothies, especially fruity ones, especially at summer!
Your blog seems lovely, I love how your pictures look! You’ve got yourself a new follower here! 🙂
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Aww thank you so much for your lovely comment! 🙂
And great job on your blog too!
Let’s both keep up the good work! 🙂
Looking forward to hearing more from you! ❤
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This looks super yummy!!!
xo, Jane
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Thank you! 🙂
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Oh I love it!
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Thank you for stopping by! 🙂 Glad you liked it!
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I gotta try this out! Looks great!
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Yes, hopefully you’ll like it as much as me! ❤ 🙂
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Looks delish! Also love that Kate Spade wallet
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Thank you! 🙂
Your blog is so refreshing! ❤
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This looks so refreshingly delicious!
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Yes, especially in this hot weather! 🙂
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Looks so good! Your Kate Spade wallet is so gorgeous ❤
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Thank you so much Arielle! 🙂 Hope you enjoyed this little smoothie recipe!
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Sounds delicious, I will have to try it! 😀
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It’s perfect for the summer 🙂 Hope you’ll enjoy this smoothie recipe as well! ❤
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