Muskmelon Watermelon and Wheat Grass Juice
by Tarla Dalal
This fibre-rich juice is a fantastic way to start your day!
Not only is it tasty, healthy and low-cal, it is also quick and easy to make because it does not require straining. The fibre content of this Muskmelon Watermelon and Wheat Grass Juice is just one of the ways in which it aids in weight loss.
It also gives you a good dose of antioxidants like vitamins A and C, which protect your body’s cells from free radical damage, leading to better functioning of cells and in turn improved metabolism and weight loss.
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Muskmelon Watermelon and Wheat Grass Juice recipe - How to make Muskmelon Watermelon and Wheat Grass Juice
Preparation Time: Cooking Time: Total Time:
Makes 2 small glasses
Juicer Method
1 1/2 cups muskmelon (kharbooja) cubes (deseeded)
1 cup watermelon (tarbuj) cubes (deseeded)
2 tbsp chopped wheat grass
8 big orange segments (deseeded)
crushed ice for serving
Juicer method
- Juicer method
- Combine the muskmelon cubes, watermelon cubes, wheat grass and orange segments and blend in a juicer till smooth.
- Add some crushed ice in 2 individual glasses and pour equal quantities of the juice over it.
- Serve immediately.
Hopper method
- Hopper method
- This recipe doesn’t turn out good in a hopper because wheat grass does not grind well in a hopper.
| Energy | 55 cal |
| Protein | 0.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 11.8 g |
| Fiber | 1.9 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A | 720 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.4 mg |
| Vitamin C | 44.4 mg |
| Folic Acid | 29.5 mcg |
| Calcium | 57.2 mg |
| Iron | 8 mg |
| Magnesium | 132.3 mg |
| Phosphorus | 34.8 mg |
| Sodium | 141.4 mg |
| Potassium | 514.5 mg |
| Zinc | 0.2 mg |
I didn''t get wheat grass, so made it with just the 2 fruits... it tasted great... nice combo with perfect balance of taste.