Low Fat Refreshing Bottle Gourd Juice
Quench your thirst and boost your health with this Low Fat Refreshing Bottle Gourd Juice—a hydrating, nutrient-packed drink perfect for warm days or post-workout indulgence! Made with freshly peeled bottle gourd (lauki), aromatic mint leaves, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of ginger, this recipe combines wholesome ingredients into a smooth, naturally detoxifying beverage. Seasoned with a pinch of salt and black salt, it delivers a delightful balance of flavor while keeping calories in check. Quick and easy to prepare in just 10 minutes, this chilled juice is strained for ultimate smoothness and served with ice cubes for an extra cooling effect. Ideal for health-conscious individuals, this refreshing drink is full of fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants to support hydration and overall wellness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams bottle gourd (lauki)
- 10 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 1 medium lemon
- 1 inch ginger
- 250 ml water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black salt
- 6 cubes ice cubes
Instructions
Peel the bottle gourd and cut it into small cubes. Discard any seeds or fibrous parts if present.
Rinse the fresh mint leaves under running water to remove any dirt or impurities.
Peel the ginger and chop it into small pieces to facilitate easy blending.
Add the bottle gourd cubes, mint leaves, ginger, and water into a blender. Blend at high speed until you achieve a smooth puree.
Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice into the blender. Be cautious to avoid any seeds entering the mix.
Add the salt and black salt to the blender. Blend the mixture again to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
Strain the mixture using a fine sieve or a muslin cloth to remove pulp, ensuring a smooth juice.
Pour the bottle gourd juice into glasses and add ice cubes to each serving for a chilled beverage.
Stir the juice well and serve immediately as a refreshing low-fat drink. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
104 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1669 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.3 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.9 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 177 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 911 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
