Ms. Lê Thị Ánh Trinh
Natural aloe vera smoothie is not a new drink, but they're still unfamiliar to many people. Drinking an aloe vera smoothie offers many health benefits. Not only does it support skin health and weight loss, it also provides many vitamins and minerals your body needs. So, let's try the four aloe vera smoothie recipes below with GC Food to make them at home.
1. Why would you drink an aloe vera smoothie?
Natural aloe vera contains many good nutrients, including vitamins A, E,and B12, along with many other minerals and amino acids. In addition, aloe vera also has a cooling effect, helping to cool the body quickly, which is ideal for people who often feel overheated.
Adding natural aloe vera to your diet has many health benefits. However, instead of preparing aloe vera in the usual ways such as making sweet soup or making refreshing aloe drink, you can try something different by making aloe vera smoothie. Aloe vera smoothies are not only easy to make but also have a delicious flavor that suits most tastes. Therefore, GC Food suggests the following smoothie recipes, guaranteed to please even those who don't like aloe vera.
2. Strawberry aloe vera smoothie
This recipe is suitable for those who are new to drinking natural aloe vera smoothies, because the strawberry flavor will overpower the aloe vera flavor.
2.1 Ingredients
To make this dish, you need to prepare:
100g strawberries.
1 to 2 aloe vera leaves (you can reduce the amount if you are not used to drinking it fresh).
Sugar, condensed milk (adjust according to taste, you can replace sugar and milk with honey if you want this dish to be healthier).
Ice cubes
A few mint leaves (if available).
One tablespoon of salt and a lemon.
2.2 Prepare
Many people hesitate to drink natural aloe vera because, if not prepared correctly, it may cause allergies or leave a bitter, unpleasant taste. But if you follow the steps below, the aloe vera will be fully cleaned and free of any bitterness or unwanted aftertaste.
First, wash the aloe vera and peel it. Then, wash the aloe vera flesh several times with clean water.
Prepare a bowl of water with salt and lemon, then soak the aloe vera in it for 20 minutes. The purpose of this step is to completely remove any remaining aloe vera slime.
Meanwhile, boil a pot of water and prepare a bowl of ice water.
After 20 minutes, take out the aloe vera and rinse it with water several more times. Next, blanch the aloe vera in boiling water for about 30 seconds and then transfer the aloe vera to soak in ice water for 5 minutes.
Finally, take out the aloe vera, cut it into small pieces and drain it to finish the aloe vera preparation.
Wash the strawberries and mint leaves as well. Remove the strawberry stems and drain.
2.3 Making smoothies
Put all ingredients into the blender, add sugar, condensed milk, and ice cubes, then blend until smooth.
Once everything is mixed together, turn off the blender, pour into a glass and enjoy.
3. Avocado and aloe vera smoothie
The richness of ripe avocado and the freshness of aloe vera seem like they cannot be combined, but on the contrary, they blend together to create a smoothie that is both fresh and unique.
3.1 Ingredients
1 ripe avocado.
1 to 2 aloe vera leaves.
Sugar, condensed milk (adjust to personal taste).
Salt and a lemon.
Ice cubes.
3.2 Processing
Once you have all the ingredients, you can start preparing them.
Peel the aloe vera, wash it thoroughly, then soak it in water mixed with 1 tablespoon of salt and 1 lemon for about 20 minutes to remove the slime.
After soaking, rinse the aloe vera with clean water to wash away the salty and sour taste. Then blanch it in boiling water for about 30 seconds. Only blanch it, don’t boil it, or you’ll lose its natural crunch and sweetness.
After blanching, put the aloe vera into ice water to cool it quickly and keep it firm and crisp.
Wash the avocado, remove the seed, and scoop out the flesh.
3.3 Blending
Put the avocado and aloe vera into the blender, add condensed milk, sugar and ice cubes, then turn on the blender. When the mixture is smooth, turn off the blender.
Pour into a glass and enjoy. You should drink it right after blending for the best flavor.
4. Coconut with natural aloe vera smoothie
This recipe is perfect for sipping on a hot summer day. The coolness of the coconut and natural aloe vera helps to cool down and detoxify the body effectively. Save this recipe to try it soon.
4.1 What to prepare
1 fresh coconut.
1 - 2 fresh aloe vera leaves (choose green, thick and undamaged leaves for the best flavor).
Sugar, condensed milk (can be adjusted according to personal taste).
Ice cubes.
Salt and a lemon.
4.2 Prepare ingredients
Buy aloe vera, wash and peel it. After that, clean it many times with water.
Mix the soaking water with a tablespoon of salt and a lemon, then soak the aloe vera for 20 minutes.
After 20 minutes, take the aloe vera out, rinse it with water again and then blanch it in boiling water for 30 seconds.
Quickly take the aloe vera out again and put it in a bowl of ice cold water, soak it for 5 minutes then take it out and drain.
Crack open the fresh coconut to collect water, then split the coconut in half to scrape out its meat.
4.3 Blending
Once the ingredients are ready, put them all in the blender and blend until smooth.
Finally, pour the blended smoothie into a glass and enjoy. You can sprinkle dried coconut, shredded coconut or coconut jelly on top to enhance the flavor and texture of the smoothie.
5. Honey aloe vera smoothie
This dish is especially for those who do not like the sweet and fatty taste of the smoothie recipes above. Because it is made from healthy ingredients and has the ability to support weight loss, this will be favorable to those who want to control their weight.
5.1 Prepare ingredients
1 to 2 aloe vera leaves.
1 small ginger root.
3 tablespoons of honey.
Salt and 2 lemons.
Ice cubes.
5.2 Processing
Peel the aloe vera, wash it and soak it in salt water mixed with 1 lemon.
Soak it for 20 minutes then take it out. Next, blanch the aloe vera in boiling water for about 30 seconds then soak it in ice cold water for 5 minutes.
Peel the ginger, wash it and cut it into thin slices.
5.3 Blending
After completing the preparation, the next step is to blend the above ingredients.
Add aloe vera, ginger, honey, ice cubes and the juice of the remaining half lemon into the blender (note that you should squeeze the lemon through a sieve to avoid mixing in seeds, causing a bitter taste). Turn on the machine and blend until there are no more lumps.
Turn off the machine and pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy. This dish is very good for health and for those who are in the process of losing weight.
GC Food has now finished sharing four natural aloe vera smoothie recipes that are both delicious and beneficial for the body. Instead of choosing milk tea or soft drinks, you can try making aloe vera smoothies at home. They’re more affordable and offer better nutrition.
The recipe is suggested by GC Food, a supplier of natural aloe Vera products that meets VietGAP, GlobalGAP, USDA and Halal certification standards. GC Food aloe vera is produced and packaged in a closed process, ensuring food hygiene and safety criteria, so it is very popular.
With the goal of delivering high-quality products to consumers, GC Food continues to invest in its production systems and develop new items made from natural aloe vera and coconut. To learn more about GC Food or explore quality coconut jelly and natural aloe vera products, please visit the About Us section for more information.
This article was compiled by the GC Food Team - Expert in natural ingredients.
