Açaí is a fruit rich in antioxidants that cleans arteries, combats aging and prevents diseases. Consumption of açaí is especially recommended for people who engage in some kind of physical activity but it also helps to control cholesterol, decrease constipation problems, improves blood circulation, vision and combat osteoporosis.
The fruit is found in the Amazon and Pará but it is possible to find the frozen açaí pulp in all the states of Brazil, being very easy to acquire. Check out some acai berry recipes to improve your health or simply cool off on a hot day.
1. Acai with granola in the bowl
Ingredients:
- 200 g ready-to-eat acai pulp
- 100 ml guarana syrup
- 100 ml of water
- 1 nanana banana
- 1 tablespoon of granola
Method of preparation:
Beat in the blender the açaí, guaraná and the banana until obtaining a homogeneous mixture. Place in a container and take next time or keep the ready mix stored in the freezer or freezer to consume at another opportunity.
You can find granola ready in the market, but you can also make your own blend at home with oatmeal, raisins, sesame, walnuts and flaxseed, for example. See an incredible recipe for light granola.
2. Acai with strawberry and sour cream
Ingredients:
- 200 g ready-to-eat acai pulp
- 60 ml guarana syrup
- 1 banana
- 5 strawberries
- 3 tablespoons cream
Method of preparation:
Beat all the ingredients in the blender until a homogeneous mixture is obtained.
3. Acai with yogurt and granola
Ingredients:
- 150 g ready-to-eat acai pulp
- 45 ml guarana syrup
- 1 banana
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon natural yogurt
Method of preparation:
Beat all the ingredients in the blender until a homogeneous mixture is obtained.
4. Acai Milk Shake
Ingredients:
- 250 g ready-to-eat acai pulp
- 1 cup of cow's milk or almond milk or 200 g of Greek yogurt
Method of preparation:
Hit everything in the blender and take the next. This mixture is very thick and does not get very sweet and you can also put 1 tablespoon of mashed potatoes, for example.
