Father's Day 2023: Surprise Your Dad This Summer With These Easy And Healthy Smoothie Recipes

Smoothies are not only cooling, but they are also a great source of vital nutrients that can boost his energy and improve his general well-being.

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New Delhi: Father's Day is the ideal time to express your gratitude to your dad and to do this, why not prepare a dish for him this year? You can opt for a delicious smoothie to kick start the day on a healthy note. Smoothies are not only cooling, but they are also a great source of vital nutrients that can boost his energy and improve his general well-being. Whether your father is health-conscious or simply enjoys a tasty beverage, treating him to homemade, healthy smoothies on Father's Day is a wonderful way to show your love and care. 

Here are a few easy recipes that you can try at home.

1. Mango and Banana Smoothie Bowl (By Rajesh Sharma, Director at Six Senses Vana)

"Experience a taste of tropical paradise with this heavenly blend of mango and banana. Indulge in the creamy texture and refreshing flavours of this irresistible smoothie, topped with diced mangoes, gluten-free muesli, and a sprinkle of chia seeds. A delightful treat for any time of the day, satisfying both your cravings and your desire for a healthy, nourishing delight.", he said.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup mango pulp.
• 1 small mango cut into big dice
• 1 tsp. chia seed.
• 1 banana for a smoothie
• 1/4 cup mint sprigs.
• 2 tbsp. gluten-free muesli

Method:

• Take mango and banana and make a puree using a blender.
• Now pour the mixture into a serving bowl, and arrange diced mango on top, along with gluten-free Muesli. Garnish with a sprig of mint, sprinkle some chia seed on top, and serve.

 

Mango and Banana Smoothie Bowl (Image Source: Six Senses Vana)

2. Banana Blueberry Smoothie (By Vivekananda Saha, Executive Chef The Westin Resort and Spa Himalayas)

Ingredients:

• 1 Banana
• 7 to 8 pieces of Blueberry
• 100g of Yogurt
• 2 tbsp of honey
• Mint leaf for garnish

 Method:

• Take 1 banana & 7-8 blueberries, and blend everything together along with curd, honey & ice.
• Garnish with blueberries and mint leaves. Ready to serve.

 

Banana Blueberry Smoothie (Image Source: The Westin Resort and Spa Himalayas)

3. Healthy Boost Smoothie (By Rahul Tiwari, Bar & Beverage Head, The Oberoi Bengaluru)

"This drink is the perfect anytime pick me up that is filled with antioxidants, vitamins and immunity-building ingredients. It tastes delicious as well.", he said

Ingredients:

• 1 freshly chopped carrot.
• 1/2 tsp of organic turmeric powder
• 2 tbsp of organic honey
• Half a cup of water

Method:

• Blend well in a high-speed blender
• Serve fresh in a tall Hurricane glass.

4. Island Smoothie (By Chef Devin Rodrigues, the Sous Chef of restaurant Turquoise at Le Meridien Maldives Resort & Spa)

"Revitalize your fathers' diet with an assortment of nourishing, healthy juices and smoothies developed especially to their dietary and taste preferences. They are hearty, wholesome and healthy enough to be served for breakfast and for evening snack time.", says the chef.

Ingredients

• 200 ml Tender coconut water 
• Tender coconut meat
• 2 pcs of banana
• 2g Kale
• 500g Almond milk
• 50g Blueberry
• 2 tbsp Maple syrup

Method:

• Add all of the ingredients to a blender.
• Blend until smooth.

 

Island Smoothie (Image Source: Le Meridien Maldives Resort & Spa)

5. Black Grapes Smoothie (By Mixologist Rahul Balmiki, Cafe Buddy's Espresso, Kolkata)

Ingredients:

• 150 gm Black Grapes
• 100 gm Sour Yoghurt
• 3pcs ice cubes
• 50ml Milk

Method:

• Put black grapes and yoghurt in the blender.
• After blending add in ice and milk. Blend again till it turns smooth.
• Serve with more ice if required.

 

Black Grapes Smoothie (Image Source: Cafe Buddy's Espresso)