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Blueberry Strawberry Spiced Cooler/Smoothie

Blueberry Strawberry Spiced Cooler/Smoothie. Refreshing and delicious, vegan recipe. 
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Gluten-free, Vegan
Keyword: fruit drink, healthy drink, vegan soft drink
Servings: 3 -4 servings
Author: Vegan Richa

Ingredients

  • 7-8 strawberries
  • 1/2 cup blueberries
  • 3-4 basil leaves or to taste or 8-9 mint leaves
  • 2-3 cups of water
  • 2 tablespoons raw sugar or jaggery or sweetener of choice or no sweetener for a mildly sweet smoothie
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon rock salt (kala namak or 1 Tablespoon lemon juice)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon powder (I usually use cumin, which goes very well with sour fruits)
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Instructions

  • In a deep pan, add the strawberries and blueberries, mint or basil leaves, salt, sugar, rock salt or lemon juice, cinnamon powder, and water enough to cover the fruit.
  • Boil for 10 minutes or till fruits soften.
  • Blend the mixture when cool and adjust salt, sugar and rock salt(rock salt adds a sour flavor).
  • Add more or less water according to preference. Keep it thick and smoothie like for a filling breakfast or add more water for a light drink.
  • Serve chilled topped with fresh mint leaves! Or add a splash of your favorite liquor in the evening!

Notes

Nutritional value is based on 1 serving

Nutrition

Calories: 55kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Sodium: 582mg | Potassium: 61mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 18.9mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.2mg