Chaitra Navratri falls in the month of March and April, heralding the beginning of spring. At this time of the year, fresh seasonal fruits are bountiful., delighting the platters with fruity delicacies. The beauty of Chaitra Navratri is that you get to savour all of these delightful flavours even when you're fasting. Savouring seasonal produce also has prominent health benefits or prolonged well-being.
Fruits are the perfect way to satisfy cravings in the middle of the day when you're running extremely low on energy during a fast. They pair exceptionally well with late-night smoothies and give a relaxing relief from hunger without breaking the period of abstinence.
Several fruits are beneficial in inducing sleep as well, so they won't mess with your digestion and give a cooling comfort in warming weather. Try making these delicious fruity smoothies late at night and boost your health.
7 Vrat Smoothies You Can Make For Late-Night
1) Kiwi Banana Smoothie
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Both kiwi and banana are sleep-inducing fruits and offer numerous nutritional benefits to the body. It has a soothing relief and can fulfil your late-night hunger without feeling heavy on your stomach. Additionally, you can use some dry fruits to add protein.
2) Blueberry Avocado Smoothie
While avocado is eaten alongside and as a vegetable, it is biologically a fruit. Along with this, avocado is a sleep-inducing fruit that provides a relaxing relief from hunger. Make a soft and rich smoothie with avocados and blueberries, and enjoy it chilled.
3) Strawberry Pineapple Smoothie
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Pineapple and strawberry are a tantalising combination of tangy, fruity, acidic, and sweet flavours. This smoothie is perfect for relieving gas caused by an empty stomach. You can give it a tropical kick with coconut milk and cream.
4) Apple Smoothie
Apples are a Navratri staple in every home. Whether you want a quick snack or a refreshing breakfast, apples are always there to delight your fast platter. They can also make a quick smoothie when you're hungry before bed.
5) Guava Smoothie
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The pink flesh of guava wrapped in a juicy green covering tastes amazingly good with just a hint of rock salt. You can add more fun to savouring guava by making a quick late-night smoothie with it, a splash of lime juice, and a handful of mint leaves for a refreshing twist.
6) Mango Smoothie
Mango Smoothie tastes divine with a drizzle of honey and a squeeze of lemon juice. All it takes is blending ripe mango chinks with chilled coconut milk and a dash of cardamom. The richness of mango pulp with subtle sweetness keeps you fulfilled throughout the night.
7) Carrot Ginger Smoothie
For a revitalising energy boost, a carrot ginger smoothie is a perfect option. It packs the wholesome goodness of carrot with the warming sensation of ginger to create a nourishing treat.
You can make all of these recipes with almond milk and coconut milk as well if you want to make it dairy-free. Also, you can interchange the ingredients to create your ideal blend.
