Move Over Mangoes! 6 Delicious Indian Summer Fruits You Shouldn't Miss - ATZone

Move Over Mangoes! 6 Delicious Indian Summer Fruits You Shouldn’t Miss

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Here are 6 incredible Indian summer fruits that deserve more love beyond the mighty mango! 🌞🍉

  1. Jamun (Java Plum) 🟣
    • Flavor: Sweet-tart with a slightly astringent aftertaste.
    • Benefits: Regulates blood sugar, boosts digestion, and improves skin health.
  2. Falsa (Indian Sherbet Berry) 🔵
    • Flavor: Tangy and refreshing, perfect for cooling drinks.
    • Benefits: Helps with heat strokes, improves hydration, and aids digestion.
  3. Tadgola (Ice Apple or Palm Fruit) 🥥
    • Flavor: Mildly sweet and jelly-like, super hydrating.
    • Benefits: Cools the body, prevents dehydration, and is packed with electrolytes.
  4. Karonda (Natal Plum) 🌿
    • Flavor: Sour and slightly bitter, great for pickles and chutneys.
    • Benefits: Rich in antioxidants, boosts immunity, and aids digestion.
  5. Bael (Wood Apple) 🍈
    • Flavor: Sweet, aromatic, and slightly earthy.
    • Benefits: Excellent for digestion, relieves constipation, and cools the body.
  6. Chikoo (Sapota) 🟤
    • Flavor: Sweet and malty, like caramel.
    • Benefits: Boosts energy, improves digestion, and strengthens bones.

Here are some quick and delicious recipes to enjoy these unique Indian summer fruits! 🌟

🟣 1. Jamun Cooler

Ingredients:

  • Jamun (deseeded) – 1 cup
  • Lemon juice – 1 tbsp
  • Black salt – a pinch
  • Chilled water – 2 cups
    Instructions:
  1. Blend jamun, lemon juice, and water.
  2. Strain and add black salt. Serve chilled! 🧊

🔵 2. Falsa Sharbat

Ingredients:

  • Falsa – 1 cup
  • Sugar – 2 tbsp
  • Water – 2 cups
  • Mint leaves – for garnish
    Instructions:
  1. Crush falsas with sugar.
  2. Add water, strain, and garnish with mint. So refreshing! 🌿

🥥 3. Tadgola Delight

Ingredients:

  • Tadgola – 5-6 pieces, peeled
  • Coconut water – 1 cup
  • Honey – 1 tsp (optional)
    Instructions:
  1. Slice tadgola into pieces.
  2. Mix with chilled coconut water and honey. Instant energy booster! ⚡

🌿 4. Karonda Pickle

Ingredients:

  • Karonda – 1 cup
  • Mustard seeds – 1 tsp
  • Red chili powder – 1 tsp
  • Salt – to taste
  • Mustard oil – 2 tbsp
    Instructions:
  1. Heat oil, add mustard seeds.
  2. Toss in karonda, chili powder, and salt. Stir for 5 mins. Tangy perfection! 🫙

🍈 5. Bael Juice

Ingredients:

  • Bael pulp – 1 cup
  • Jaggery – 2 tbsp
  • Water – 2 cups
    Instructions:
  1. Scoop out bael pulp and mash with water.
  2. Strain, add jaggery, mix well, and chill. Ultimate summer cooler! ❄️

🟤 6. Chikoo Smoothie

Ingredients:

  • Chikoo – 2, peeled and chopped
  • Milk – 1 cup
  • Honey – 1 tbsp
  • Ice cubes – optional
    Instructions:
  1. Blend chikoo, milk, and honey.
  2. Serve chilled. Creamy and delicious! 🥤

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