Pumpkin cocktail with linseed can become your new autumn ritual. It’s a quick way to eat a nutritious meal that provides the body with vitamins, minerals and healthy fats.
In autumn, we have access to fresh, local products – pumpkins, apples, pears and plums. This is the perfect time to prepare cocktails that not only taste good, but also… support health. Such drinks can be freely modified by enriching them with protein, healthy fats or additional carbohydrates. Thanks to this, they can serve as a complete meal, replace breakfast or become a nutritious post-workout snack.
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Pumpkin is a vegetable that is worth using as a base for cocktails. It is rich in beta-carotene, B vitamins, potassium and antioxidants. It supports the immune system, has anti-inflammatory properties, and is low-calorie. Regularly including pumpkin in your diet strengthens the heart, supports the nervous system and may reduce the risk of infections.
Teaspoon linseed it’s a real health bomb. It contains omega-3 acids, fiber and lignans that support the digestive system, regulate cholesterol levels and improve immunity. Combined with pumpkin, it creates a duo perfect for autumn chills.
Ingredients:
- 400ml kefiru,
- 1 cup of pumpkin puree (baked and blended pumpkin),
- 1 large banana,
- 4 tablespoons of oat flakes,
- 3 tablespoons of linseed,
- a pinch of cinnamon,
- a few drops of lemon juice,
- optional: honey to taste.
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Preparation:
- Roast the peeled pumpkin pieces until soft, then blend into a smooth purée.
- Add kefir, pumpkin, banana, oatmeal, linseed, cinnamon and lemon juice to the blender.
- Mix all ingredients until uniform.
- If the cocktail is too thick, add a little water or milk.
Thanks to your presence fiber, healthy fats i carbohydrates A pumpkin cocktail fills you up for a long time and can easily replace the first meal of the day. It is also a great choice after training, when the body needs regeneration. If you are looking for a simple and healthy way to strengthen your immunity in the fall, this cocktail is a hit.