Summer COOLERS

Summer is here! Try these healthy fruit coolers which are appetising, nutritious, and hydrating

- Ramiya Sakthivel

STRAWBERRY MINT COOLER (3 servings)

INGREDIENTS

• 200 gm fresh strawberries

• 2 sprigs mint leaves

• 1 lime

• 6 tsp sugar

• 1 pinch salt

PREPARATION GUIDE

• Wash strawberries thoroughly and ensure overripe/spoilt areas are cut and disposed.

• Blend strawberries in a mixer. Thoroughly wash 8-9 mint leaves and add to the mix.

• Add lime juice and sugar.

• Add a pinch of salt.

• Blend the mix, but not fully. Strawberry bits give a nice crunch to the cooler.

• Garnish with a slice of lime, and serve cool.

Health benefits

• Strawberries are rich in vitamin C, which protects the skin and fights ageing. They also contain phytochemicals and antioxidants that prevent cancer.