PITAYA (DRAGONFRUIT) BOWL

Pitaya or more commonly called dragonfruit has rapidly become all the rage around health food restaurants and stores. Its now all about the pitaya bowl, as it swiftly takes the limelight away from the acai bowl. But what about dragonfruit is so amazing? I found out that there’s much more to love about this funny looking fruit that its intense red colour, such as that it is;

·      Low in Cholesterol,

·      Has a very high amount of vitamin C and other nutrients,

·      Is a great source of antioxidants (we love antioxidants as they assist in inhibiting free radicals from causing cancer and other illnesses in the body),

·      Contains a small amount of GOOD fat and protein, which are found in the hundreds of tiny black seeds amongst the flesh of the pitaya. Many fruits we consume have the seeds removed, such as peaches, apples, apricots etc which therefore means that most fruit is completely fat and protein free, which isn't good, AND lastly the pitaya is

·      Filled with fibre

Still not convinced? Try making a bowl or smoothie for yourself at home, using the recipe below!

INGREDIENTS

• 1 large red flesh pitaya (dragon fruit), cut into half and flesh scooped out
• 1 frozen banana
• 1/4 cup coconut water
• 1/2 cup frozen fruit other than banana i.e; mixed frozen berries / frozen mango 
• Optional toppings- sliced kiwifruit, shredded coconut, chia seeds, goji berries, granola, hemp seeds etc. 

PREPARATION

1. Blend all the ingredients except for the toppings in a large, fast speed blender. (If the mixture is too thick, pour in additional small amounts of coconut water). If the mixture is too runny, add another frozen banana  and / or ice cubes. Serve topped with whatever toppings you like (that are healthy!). 

Serves / 2 or 1 big appetite!

From fridge / freezer to bowl / 5 minutes maximum 

x Emily 

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