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Chhath Puja brings a beautiful assortment of seasonal fruits into Indian homes. From bananas and coconuts to sugarcane, apples and sweet limes, these fruits are an important part of the festive preparations and offerings. And once the fasting rituals are complete, they can inspire some refreshing drinks to enjoy with your family.
After spending hours observing the fast, you might prefer something light, fruity and easy to sip rather than immediately reaching for a heavy meal. This is where your Usha Fresh Pro Juicer can come in handy. Use it to extract fresh juice from seasonal produce and experiment with combinations that bring together natural sweetness, citrusy notes and a little tang. Here are six ideas to try after the Chhath Puja celebrations.
1. Sweet Lime And Orange Juice
If you enjoy drinks that are refreshing without being overly sweet, this combination is a good place to start. Sweet lime and oranges bring a natural balance of mild sweetness and citrusy sharpness, making them particularly enjoyable after a long day of fasting. Peel the fruits, remove any large seeds and prepare them according to your Fresh Pro Juicer's instructions.
Extract the juice and combine both in a jug. You can add a little chilled water if you prefer a lighter consistency, along with a few mint leaves for freshness. Serve immediately rather than adding too much ice.
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2. Sugarcane And Ginger Juice With A Little Lime
Sugarcane is a common offering during Chhath Puja; therefore, it makes sense to include it in a post-fasting celebratory drink. Fresh ginger and lime add a little tang to the naturally sweet sugarcane juice, giving it a twist. It is important to avoid forcing large or tough particles down the juicer's feeding chute. Alternatively, you can use fresh sugarcane juice and mix it with a little lime juice and ginger juice. For a refreshing drink with tangy sweetness, serve chilled in small glasses. Light savoury appetisers like roasted makhana or plain poha go well with this combination.
3. Guava And Pomegranate Juice For A Fruity Twist
Guava and pomegranate are two fruits that bring plenty of character to a homemade juice. Guava offers a distinctively sweet, fragrant flavour, while pomegranate adds a pleasant tartness and a beautiful pink-red colour. Prepare the guava by washing it and cutting it into pieces suitable for your juicer. Extract its juice along with pomegranate arils if your Fresh Pro Juicer supports them. Otherwise, combine freshly extracted guava juice with separately prepared pomegranate juice. Stir well and serve fresh.
If you enjoy a slightly tangy finish, add a squeeze of lime. This vibrant combination is a lovely way to use seasonal fruit and works well with a light post-fast meal.
4. Apple And Carrot Juice With A Hint Of Cinnamon
Sometimes, the best combinations are made using ingredients already sitting in your fruit basket. Apples and carrots come together beautifully in this naturally sweet juice, while a hint of cinnamon adds warmth. Wash the apples and carrots, cut them into suitable pieces and process them through your Fresh Pro Juicer as directed. Stir the extracted juice and add a small pinch of cinnamon powder. You can also add a little lemon juice if you prefer a sharper flavour.
5. Watermelon And Mint Juice
After a day of fasting and participating in outdoor rituals, a cooling fruit drink can be particularly appealing. Watermelon has a high water content and a naturally refreshing flavour, making it a lovely choice for a simple homemade juice. Remove the rind, cut the flesh into pieces and remove any large seeds before preparing it in the juicer. Extract the juice and stir in a few lightly crushed mint leaves. A squeeze of lime can add a little brightness, while a pinch of black salt is optional if you enjoy a savoury edge. This juice is light and refreshing, so serve it fresh.
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6. Banana And Coconut Milk Smoothie
If you would prefer something a little more substantial after the fast, turn to a banana-based drink. Bananas are closely associated with Chhath Puja offerings, and their natural sweetness makes them a convenient base for a creamy smoothie.
Peel a ripe banana and combine it with chilled coconut milk, a little cardamom powder and a few soaked dates for additional sweetness. Blend until smooth. You can serve it as a more filling option alongside a light meal once you have comfortably resumed eating.
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