Apple Dates Smoothie – Healthy Drink

Apple and dates compliment each other so well…

While breaking the fast or for Iftar we first drink a glass of juice or smoothie before eating anything heavy. So lately, I’ve been making juices and smoothies with different fruits, veggies and dry fruits. I prefer fresh homemade juices over any store brought ones. If you have tried drinking homemade fresh orange juice and then drink Tropicana orange juice, you could feel the difference. I agree store bought juices are convenient especially in the morning when we are rushing for work. So, mostly in the evening or during weekends I try to make my own version of juices and milk shakes. I dare to combine different kinds of fruits, nuts and veggies while making my juices or smoothies. So far I haven’t made any weird tasting smoothies, most of the fruits and veggies when blended together seems to get along well.

Last night I tried combining apple and dates, as I didn’t have any other fruits left in my refrigerator. Pureed apple and dates along with milk and vanilla extract. I couldn’t get over the taste of this smoothie: it was rich, creamy and extremely delicious.

Apple Dates Smoothie

Ingredients:

Serving: 2 glass

• Apple, skinned and chopped- 1 large (red delicious or gala apple)
• Dates, pitted- 10 no’s
• Sugar- 2 1/2 tbsp
• Vanilla extract- 1 tsp
• Cold milk, skim- 1 1/2 cups

Instruction

1. In a blender puree all the ingredients to a smooth constituency.
2. Pour into a glass along with ice or without ice.
3. Sip and enjoy this yummy creamy smoothie.