Pineapple/40 recipes

Apricot Lite Jam recipe

A cold yet hot ice-lolly – not for the faint hearted if lots of chilli flakes are added! Popular pineapples are full of goodness as well as flavour, they are the only source of the plant compound bromelain. Bromelain is linked with improved immune function, prevention of cancer and digestive health. Pineapples contain Vitamin C, an antioxidant, folate and trace minerals. Be cool and get a hot chilli ice lolly.

This delicious tropical smoothie is super healthy, refreshing and full of nutrition. At only 183 calories per serving and lots of nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin B, vitamin K, calcium, potassium and even protein from the soya milk, there’s no excuse not to give it a try. If you like the idea of a green smoothie but find the taste of them a little bit bitter, then this recipe is definitely for you. The blend of banana, pineapple and orange juice together give a sweet and succulent taste – it’s incredible.

It took a while to get into the green smoothie trend. We much preferred a sweet tasting berry burst, but this delicious glass of green goodness is divine. The pineapple chunks add a delicious sweet taste to the drink so it doesn’t taste as bitter as other green smoothies. It makes the perfect healthy breakfast or post workout snack.

Let’s run down the list of heart-healthy ingredients joining harmoniously in this powerful breakfast smoothie: Avocados-support a healthy cardiovascular system. In addition, avocados provide plenty of B6 and folic acid, which regulate homocysteine levels, another component to heart health. Strawberries-A healthy fiber intake is crucial to maintaining good cholesterol levels, contain powerful antioxidants. Dates Dates provide much of the fiber and potassium in this smoothie. Studies suggest that consuming 400mg of potassium per day can reduce the risk of stroke by 40% Hemp Hearts-They are the only plant source known to contain all of the necessary amino acids and fatty acids in the most desirable ratio for human needs. They are also comprised of 40% fiber.

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Just in time for summer, this sweet and delicious pie will have everyone crossing their fingers, hoping they can get a second helping.

These are very good.I was making my Banana Bread recipe,which I put crushed pineapple in,and I had some left over.I was also making a pan of Brownies and I thought why not add the pineapple here.It is different but oh so good.