Greetings drink Lovers .
Welcome to my blog. I am so enthusiastic to share with you guys this African eggplant Smoothie I made today.
Garden egg leaves is a well known African plant. it is also called African eggplant or bitter plant. because of it's slight bittersweetness. This plant has amazing health benefits which you may want to know.
BENEFITS OF THE AFRICAN EGGPLANT.
*They are loaded with antioxidants which is helpful in protecting against cell damage.
*They also contain a lot of fiber and they are low in calories and also offer help to people that are into weight management plan.
Some research suggests that the leaves may as well lower blood sugar levels because of it's potential properties.
To crown it all , This wonderful plant have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antifungal properties etc.
I have been using it to make soups sauce and native delicacies but today I want to drink it raw. I will be adding date fruits to it. I believe so many of us know the health benefits of date fruits which is also a natural sweetener. So friends, let's get down business.
INGREDIENTS
8g of fresh African eggplant
5 pieces of Date fruits
A piece of fresh ginger.
200ml of water
PREPARING THE SMOOTHIE
*Wash the leaves with a little salt to remove dirt and pest. Remove the seeds from the dates before you soak them in hot water for softtening.
*Chop the leaves, dates and peel your ginger and chop it as well.
*Combine all the chopped ingredients and pour them into your blender and pour 200ml of clean water and blend the mixture till evenly mixed and smooth . It takes up to 7 minutes to get it done.
*Pour the smoothie into your glass and serve
I wanted to drink it with my girl before my 2 boys came along , test it and ask for more.while they have made it known to me before now. that they don't like veggie smoothie . We have to share the drink among the 4 of us for there is love in sharing.
Add ice cubes if desire.
This quick smoothie with greens has really made my day. It's so refreshing, nutritious and tasty.
Thank you for stopping by.
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