- Prep
- 5 min
- Total time
- 5 min
- Yield
- 2 servings
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Calories
- 90 kcal
Quick summary
“This refreshing and unusual smoothie combines the vinegary salinity of cucumber pickles with the tropical sweetness of frozen pineapple, freshness of raw cucumber, and fragrant herbaceous notes of fresh dill. A hydrating and invigorating drink, perfect for replenishing electrolytes on intensely hot days.”
What you need to know
- O picles em conserva traz sódio e eletrólitos naturais que reidratam o corpo com perfil gustativo eletrizante
- O abacaxi congelado quebra a acidez conferindo textura encorpada de raspadinha cremosa e doçura frutada
- O aneto fresco (dill) adiciona notas anisadas que conectam perfeitamente as nuances cítricas do limão
Ingredients
Main
- cup Dill pickles, drained
- cup Fresh cucumber, peeled and chopped
- cup Frozen pineapple in cubes
- cup Coconut water (or chilled filtered water)
- tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- tablespoon Fresh chopped dill
- teaspoons Honey or agave syrup (to taste)
- cup Ice
Instructions
Principal
- Gather all the ingredients, making sure they are ready for the blender. This initial step ensures efficiency in preparation.
- Add the drained pickles, fresh chopped cucumber, frozen pineapple, coconut water, lime juice, and fresh dill to the blender.
- Add the honey (or agave syrup) and the ice. Start with a teaspoon of honey and adjust according to your preference for sweetness.
- Beat all ingredients at high speed until you get a homogeneous and creamy mixture. If necessary, add a little more coconut water to adjust the consistency.
- Serve immediately in chilled glasses, decorated with a thin slice of cucumber or a sprig of fresh dill for an elegant touch.
Chef's tips
- Utilize abacaxi previamente congelado em cubos pequenos para garantir uma textura densa de smoothie sem precisar de muito gelo
- Escorra os picles antes de colocar no copo do liquidificador para dosar o salmoura sem desequilibrar a bebida
- Comece adicionando apenas 1 colher de chá de mel e ajuste no final de acordo com a sua preferência pessoal
Variations
- Adicione 1 pitada de pimenta caiena ou sal de aipo na borda do copo para criar uma apresentação estilo coquetel refrescante
- Incorpore meia xícara de folhas de espinafre cru ou couve higienizada para transformar em um suco verde nutritivo
- Acrescente uma dose de gim ou vodca de boa qualidade para transformar a bebida em um drinque de verão
Substitutions
- A água de coco gelada pode ser substituída por água mineral com gás, chá verde bem gelado ou kombucha tradicional
- O abacaxi congelado pode ser substituído por maçã verde congelada com casca ou cubos de melão amarelo doce
- O mel de abelhas pode ser substituído por xarope de agave, xarope de maçã ou melado de cana suave
How to store
Consume the smoothie immediately after preparation to enjoy the creamy consistency of the ice and the volatile aromas of the dill. If any is left over, store in a sealed bottle in the refrigerator for up to 12 hours and shake well before drinking.
Can it be frozen?
You can freeze the ready-made drink in popsicle molds for up to 30 days to get savory and refreshing popsicles. Thawing in a glass is not recommended, as there will be a separation of water and fibers.
What to serve with
Exemplarily accompanies pub snacks such as grilled vegetable skewers, grilled coalho cheese, or crunchy cassava chips. It also works very well served as a liquid restorer after intense workouts.
Frequently asked questions
Does the drink have a salty taste like pickle brine?
No, the acidity of the pickles is balanced by the natural sweetness of the ripe frozen pineapple and the fresh lime juice.
Why use coconut water in the recipe?
Coconut water brings potassium and mild mineral sweetness that balances the pickle sodium, creating a natural isotonic drink.
What is dill and can I replace it with another herb?
Dill is the herb known in Brazil as dill; if you don't find fresh, replace with fresh mint or basil leaves.
Can I use sweet pickles instead of dill pickles?
Yes, sweet and sour pickles work very well and reduce the need to add extra honey during blending in the blender.
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