Do you want to keep your body hydrated during the summer season? Cucumber chaas is rich in probiotics, which help improve gut health. It is packed with fibre and antioxidants that aid in weight loss.
Ingredients
Two cups of yoghurt, one cup of water, one cucumber peeled and chopped, half a teaspoon of roasted cumin powder, half a teaspoon of black salt, a handful of fresh mint leaves, and salt to taste.
Cucumber
Cucumber is packed with fibre, antioxidants, and water content. It helps keep your body hydrated and cool.
Greek yoghurt
Greek yoghurt or curd helps increase the growth of good bacteria. It helps aid digestion, regulate acidity, and boost gut health.
Jeera for digestion
Add jeera (cumin seeds) have digestive enzymes. It helps boost metabolism and reduce bloating.
Coriander and mint for freshness
Add coriander and mint leaves to add freshness. Mint eases digestion and coriander is rich in antioxidants that help flush out toxins from the body.
How to make?
Take a mixer and add cucumber slices, Greek yoghurt (curd), a teaspoon of jeera seeds, chopped coriander leaves, and a few mint leaves. Blend it together and serve.
How many times to drink?
Drink this pudina chaas once or twice every day with breakfast or lunch. This helps in cooling the body and boosts your metabolism.
Benefits of cucumber chaas
Cucumber chaas is a great source of fibre and protein. It is easier to digest and increases good gut bacteria. It is rich in electrolytes that help keep the body hydrated.
Information credits
This recipe is taken from Chef Pankaj Bhadouria from her official Instagram account, @masterchefpankajbhadouria.