Day 1 ~ Melon Detox
So we have arrived at Day 1, its all about Cantaloupes.
The cantaloupe is a juicy, orange summer fruit that’s related to the watermelon and honeydew melon. It also belongs to the same plant family as cucumbers, pumpkins, squashes, and gourds.
Cantaloupe Nutrition
Like many fruits and vegetables, cantaloupe is mostly water. One cup of fresh cubes has 144 calories, 6% of your daily serving of fiber, and zero fat and cholesterol.
It also packs:
100% of the daily value for vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that protects your cells from damage
All your daily need for vitamin A, which helps keep your eyes, skin, bones, and immune system healthy
About 12% of your recommended daily potassium, important for your heart, muscles, and blood pressure
It hydrates you. Cantaloupes are filled with electrolytes. These minerals balance body fluids in your body and keep it working right. That helps you stay hydrated and full of energy.
Cantaloupe Menu
When you cut into a perfectly ripe cantaloupe, what you’ll notice first is its fragrance: honey-scented, floral and slightly musky. You’ll know you picked a good one if its juicy and well-hydrated on the inside.
☐Wake Up
Lemon + Ginger Herbal Tea
☐Breakfast
Cantaloupe CUP with a few Blueberries, a splash of Coconut Yoghurt and a sprinkle of muesli
☐Lunch
Cantaloupe SMOOTHIE
Combine ingredients into a blender:
1 1/2 cups diced cantaloupe,
1 medium banana,
1/2 cup greek yoghurt,
1 tbsp honey,
1/4 cup orange juice, and
1 tsp vanilla extract
☐Afternoon Snack
DIPS : Guacamole + unsalted Corn Chips
☐Dinner
Cantaloupe SALAD with mint, lime + Pepeitas:
1 medium cantaloupe, rind + seeds removed, sliced into small slithers / bite size pieces
1/2 cup finely sliced red onion,
Zest from 1 small lime
Dressing:
1/4 cup olive oil,
2 tbsp red wine vinegar,
2 tbsp lime juice,
1 tsp honey
salt + pepper
chilli flakes optional
Garnish with:
1/4 cup chopped mint,
1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley,
1/4 cup pepitas,
1/2 cup crumbled feta,
☐Dessert
Fresh Cantaloupe PIECES + Pukka detox tea ~ a clean fusion of organic aniseed, fennel + cardamom
You are always welcome anytime to have a extra water, coconut juice or herbal tea throughout your day.
