We know about all the wonders of fruits, they are not just delicious but also pack in the good nutrients that we need, even aiding our bodies to function better at times. Diets high in fruits may reduce the risk of cancer and other chronic diseases. This comes as no surprise, considering the fact that fruits are nutritional powerhouses which are sure to amp up your health and digestion too. Also, we need to meet the recommendation for fruit and vegetable intake of at least 400 grams a day, or five servings of 80g. To help you do that, these recipes contain plenty of fruit. Just wash and go!
Fibre and antioxidant rich, this vibrant quinoa salad, with its delightful mix of textures, makes a wonderfully refreshing lunch.
A popular mixed fruit salad in a sweet sauce, this fruit rojak is a traditional Malay family favourite and one of Singapore’s most famous hawker dishes. This recipes contains fruits like red and green rose apples, pineapples and guava.
Serve this Warm Fruit Salad for dessert, with a dollop of yoghurt. Fruits like apples, apricots and oranges are in this recipe and even if your kids don’t like these fruits, they’ll definitely love this dish! Oranges contain plenty of vitamin C and other nutrients that can help boost immunity and improve digestion.
For dessert, serve these delicious Ginger And Mango Coconut Pots. The stylish dessert is packed with flavours of fruity sweetness and spicy hints of ginger. This is a great make-ahead dessert – keep covered and chilled in the fridge for up to five days.
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These apple and cinnamon muffins make for a great tea time snack and is perfect for when you’re trying to amp up your fibre intake. Add more apples or include other fruits like raisins and peaches into your batter for extra fibre.
Low on sugar, this Poached Spiced Pear is high on flavour through the use of spices. The cooking time will depend on the size and ripeness of the pear. Any type of pear in season may be used in this recipe. Chill remaining syrup and top it with soda water for a refreshing drink, or drizzle it over fruit salad.
Packed with dried fruit, seeds and cereal, these healthy cranberry and coconut flapjacks are great lunch box treats! These flapjacks contain natural muesli that’s high in fibre and can help digestion. The dried cranberries and coconut add to your fibre count too.
Packed with muesli and dried fruit, these apricot muesli bars are great when you’re low on energy!
Light and fluffy soufflés infused with passion fruit juice and pulp! Dip soufflés into a passion fruit and whipped cream mix and enjoy. Have everything prepared for souffles to the end of step 3. When ready to serve, finish preparing and bake. Serve straight from the oven – they sink fast.
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Passion fruit perfection on a plate – passion fruit infused pancakes topped with passion fruit pulp and other fruits. Breakfast in bed anyone?
Incorporate fruits and shortcrust pastry to your favourite grocery store cake mix and you end up with these fancifully delicious plum and almond slices!
