How to prepare some smoothies with cantaloupe; Sweet and lovely fruit

When you need a cool drink to quench your thirst, we recommend a glass of cantaloupe smoothie. You can prepare this smoothie with five simple ingredients less than 10 minutes, which each spoonful of that within a few moments, can relieve you from the overwhelming heat of summer.

This green fruit, with its special taste and smell, was able to make a place in the memories of us (Iranians) very soon and become a popular summer fruit. It is not without reason that in the summer, in any juice shop you can see, drinks prepared with cantaloupe are among the best-selling drinks.

If you are looking for a different experience with the taste of cantaloupe, give us your hand and join us because we want to teach you how to prepare different kinds of cantaloupe smoothies using different ingredients.

Benefits of a cool glass full of cantaloupe

Cantaloupe is a sweet and juicy fruit that contains large amounts of vitamin C, potassium, fiber and antioxidants. Eating cantaloupe helps strengthen the immune system, improve heart health, reduce inflammation, maintain skin health, regulate blood sugar levels, and strengthen the digestive system. Also, regular consumption of cantaloupe can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes and some types of cancer.

But the biggest advantage of cantaloupe smoothie is that you can get all these properties in one delicious and nutritious drink. By mixing cantaloupe with other ingredients such as yogurt, milk, bananas, strawberries and other fruits, you can prepare various and delicious cantaloupe smoothies that contain all the beneficial properties of cantaloupe. This is an ideal way to increase your consumption of this nutritious fruit, making the cantaloupe smoothie a healthy and beneficial addition to your daily routine. Also, for children who do not eat fruit, smoothies are one of the best and most exciting options.

How to make a smoothie with cantaloupe

The  specific  amount of ingredients for a cantaloupe smoothie with ice cream for two people :

How to prepare :

First, add chopped cantaloupe to the blender (if you are looking for a creamier and smoother texture, you can use frozen pieces of cantaloupe) then add yogurt and milk to the cantaloupe.

If you want the smoothie to be sweeter, you can add honey to this mixture. Finally, add two scoops of vanilla ice cream. Mix all ingredients in a blender until smooth.

A very important point

If you don’t like using ice cream, use one of the following ingredients instead:

• Cream: Adding cream to the cantaloupe smoothie increases its creamy texture and makes it aromatic.
• Yogurt: Using yogurt instead of ice cream makes the texture of the smoothie lighter and reduces its calories.
• Milk: If you like the sweet taste of cantaloupe, you can use milk in this smoothie.
• Coconut milk: Adding coconut milk to the smoothie gives it a unique and pleasant taste. It is also the best alternative for vegans or people who cannot consume dairy products.

Cantaloupe smoothie with yogurt

For 1 person:

How to prepare:

Mix yogurt, cantaloupe and other ingredients in a blender to prepare a cantaloupe smoothie. If you want the smoothie to be sweeter, you can add honey or coconut milk.

Note: It is better to use fresh pineapple juice in preparing this smoothie. If you don’t have fresh pineapple juice available, we suggest you the Sunich nectar of pineapple juice.

Cantaloupe smoothie with milk

How to prepare:

First, pour chopped cantaloupe to the blender. Then add the milk to the cantaloupe. If you like the smoothie to be sweeter, you can add a teaspoon of honey to the mixture.

Mix all ingredients in a blender until your cantaloupe smoothie is ready to serve.

Diet cantaloupe smoothie

How to prepare:

Add yogurt and milk to the blender and turn on the machine. Then add cantaloupe and other ingredients to the blender. After obtaining a uniform texture, your cantaloupe diet smoothie will be ready to serve. If desired, you can also add extra fat-free ice cream to the mix as a garnish.

How to prepare cantaloupe smoothies with different and new flavors

In the continuation of this article, we would like to introduce you to some new flavors in cantaloupe smoothie combinations that can make your day. If you are looking to experience unique flavors, we recommend that you definitely try the cantaloupe smoothies with the following ingredients.

To prepare any of the cantaloupe smoothies that we discuss below, mix all the ingredients in a blender until your smoothie is ready. When preparing these types of smoothies, be sure to pay attention to the following points.

How to prepare cantaloupe and strawberry smoothie

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How to prepare cantaloupe and orange smoothie

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How to prepare cantaloupe and mango smoothie

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How to prepare cantaloupe and peach smoothie

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How to prepare cantaloupe and banana smoothie

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How to prepare cantaloupe and apple smoothie

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Tricks and tips in preparing cantaloupe smoothie

• Using a combination of yogurt and milk instead of ice cream increases the amount of protein and reduces the calories of the smoothie.
• Adding optional ingredients such as honey, bananas, or strawberries will make the cantaloupe smoothie taste even better.
• To diet your cantaloupe smoothie, you can add low-fat yogurt and 1% fat milk.
• You can make a cooler and more suitable smoothie for the hot days of the year by adding some ice to the blender.
• Adding frozen fruit to a smoothie creates a creamy drink with a smoother texture. You can chop the cantaloupes, then place them in a zip lock plastic bag to freeze overnight until morning. This will make the smoothie have the right consistency when you mix the fruit and give the most flavor to our smoothie.
• If you have fresh fruit on hand and can’t freeze it, this recipe will still work! Just add one and a half cups of ice to the ingredients.
• When blending ingredients, add solids such as ice first so that the blades immediately break them into small pieces of ice. Then add cantaloupe pieces, banana, yogurt and coconut water. This method helps the material to become a smooth texture.

How to store cantaloupe smoothie

If some of the smoothie you made is left over, you can store it in a glass container in the refrigerator for up to two days. Just remember to shake the smoothie bottle well before using it.

Please note that your smoothie will likely become watery over time in the refrigerator. To preserve the creamy texture of your cantaloupe smoothie, we recommend consuming your smoothie the same day it is prepared.

Final word

With all the tricks and tips mentioned in this article, cantaloupe smoothie is a nutritious, delicious drink and a good choice for health and enjoying the taste of fruits. We hope that this article will help you to prepare cantaloupe smoothie with different and colorful ingredients and suggest to your friends and family to enjoy this delicious drink.