Refreshing Bottle Gourd Juice
Quench your thirst with this Refreshing Bottle Gourd Juice, a revitalizing drink that’s as nutritious as it is delicious! Packed with the hydrating goodness of fresh bottle gourd, this juice is infused with zesty lemon juice, aromatic mint leaves, and a touch of ginger for a natural zing. A sprinkle of black salt and cumin powder enhances its flavor profile, while optional honey adds a hint of sweetness. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this detox-friendly beverage is perfect for staying cool on hot days or replenishing after a workout. Serve it chilled for the ultimate refreshing experience, and enjoy a drink that’s both healthy and bursting with flavor!
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Ingredients
- 1 medium (around 500g) Bottle gourd
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 inch piece Ginger
- 10 leaves Mint leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Black salt
- 1 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Honey (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Start by washing the bottle gourd thoroughly under running water.
Step 2
Peel the bottle gourd and chop it into small pieces for easier blending.
Step 3
In a blender, add the chopped bottle gourd pieces along with 1 cup of water.
Step 4
Peel and add the 1-inch piece of ginger to the blender.
Step 5
Add the mint leaves to the blender for a refreshing flavor.
Step 6
Blend the mixture until smooth.
Step 7
Place a fine-mesh strainer or a cheesecloth over a large bowl.
Step 8
Pour the blended mixture through the strainer to extract the juice, pressing the pulp with a spoon to extract all the liquid.
Step 9
Discard the pulp and pour the extracted juice back into the blender.
Step 10
Add lemon juice, cumin powder, black salt, and honey (if using) to the juice in the blender.
Step 11
Blend the mixture briefly to ensure all ingredients are well combined.
Step 12
Taste the juice; you may adjust seasoning or sweetness as needed.
Step 13
Serve the bottle gourd juice chilled or with ice cubes for a refreshing drink.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 795.5 grams (795.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 113 |
| Total Fat 0.60g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat 0.10g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 958mg | 42% |
| Total Carbohydrate 27.80g | 10% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.20g | 11% |
| Total Sugars 13.10g | |
| Protein 3.80g | 8% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 176mg | 14% |
| Iron 2mg | 11% |
| Potassium 881mg | 19% |
Source of Calories