Dragon fruit is not just delicious but also loaded with nutrients. This vibrant, refreshing fruit is perfect for summer. Besides enjoying it raw, you can also try some easy Dragon Fruit recipes.  Nutrients and Health Benefits of Dragon Fruit Dragon fruit, also known as pitaya, is a nutritional powerhouse despite its low calories. It is rich in vitamin C, which boosts the immune system. It also contains vitamin B which aids in energy production. High in fibre, dragon fruit supports healthy digestion and helps maintain a healthy weight.  Dragon fruit is also packed with antioxidants like betalains, which combat free radicals and reduce inflammation. Some research suggests these antioxidants have anti-cancer properties.  Additionally, this fruit provides essential minerals such as iron, magnesium, and calcium, contributing to bone health and muscle function. Including dragon fruit in your diet can enhance the overall well-being of health.  Read more: Tasty Beef and Mutton Steak Recipes for Bangladeshi Kitchens Mouthwatering Dragon Fruit Recipes for Bangladeshi Kitchen Dragon Fruit Smoothie Ingredients 1 cup dragon fruit (cubed and frozen), 1 cup mango (cubed and frozen), 2 bananas (cut into quarters and frozen), 3/4 cup almond or coconut milk, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and 2-4 ice cubes. Instructions First, add frozen fruit, milk, and lime juice to a blender. Then, blend it until the mixture is very smooth. If needed, gradually add more almond milk to achieve your desired consistency. Serve chilled, and enjoy your refreshing smoothie. Read more: How to Safely Enjoy Street Food in Bangladesh Dragon Fruit Salad with Ice-cream Ingredients 1 dragon fruit, 1 banana, 2 mangoes, 4 to 5 sapota, 10 to 12 strawberries, 2 to 3 tablespoons chopped nuts (cashews, almonds and pistachios), 6 scoops vanilla ice cream or as required, 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (for garnish), and 5 to 6 strawberry slices (for garnish). Instructions First, rinse, peel, and chop the dragon fruits. Then place the fruit slices in a bowl. Now, add chopped nuts like cashews, almonds, and pistachios to the dragon fruits. Stir the mixture properly to combine. Following this put the fruit salad into ice cream cups. After that, top each cup with vanilla ice cream. Garnish with slices of strawberries, berries, or other fruits. Sprinkle additional chopped nuts on top. Serve immediately for a fresh and healthy treat. Read more: Fridge Smells Bad? Reasons and How to Get Rid of It Dragon Fruit Dessert (Panna Cotta) Ingredients 2 cups coconut milk (use full fat), 5 ½ tablespoons maple syrup (divided), 2 teaspoons agar agar, 1 cup chopped dragon fruit, 1/2 cup water divided, and 1 ½ teaspoon cornstarch. Instructions First, put a pan on the cooker with medium heat. Now, add coconut milk, agar agar, and 3 tablespoons of maple syrup to the pan. Stir until combined and heated. However, do not boil the mix. Reduce the cooker’s heat to a low to medium level. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until the agar agar dissolves.  Next, strain the mixture for a smooth panna cotta and pour it into serving cups. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for 3-4 hours until firm. At this stage, prepare the dragon fruit sauce. First, heat chopped dragon fruit with 2 ½ tablespoons of maple syrup and 1/4 cup water. Then, boil the mixture until it softens, and gets mashed. Mix the remaining 1/4 cup water with cornstarch, add to the pan, and simmer for 2 minutes until thickened. Now, strain the dragon fruit sauce and leave it to chill.  Pour the sauce over the panna cotta before serving.  Read more: Urban Agriculture: Top 10 Monsoon Vegetables to Grow in Bangladesh Dragon Fruit Pudding Ingredients 3 cups water, 1 cup dragon fruit, 1 cup evaporated milk, 3/4 cup sugar, 3/4 cup cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions First, scoop out the dragon fruit flesh with a spoon and set it aside. Now, place a pot over the cooker at medium heat. Combine evaporated milk and water. Then, add cornstarch and sugar. Stir the mix until dissolved.  Next, add vanilla extract and dragon fruit to the combination. After that, continue to cook and stir until the mixture thickens. Turn off the heat and transfer the dragon fruit pudding to a container. Let it cool before serving. Read more: Summer Drinks: Refreshing Homemade Sherbets to Beat the Heat Dragon Fruit Cake Ingredients 1 cup flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 3/4 cup sugar, 2 eggs, 1/2 cup oil, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1/2 dragon fruit (cut into cubes), ½ tangerine (thinly sliced), and 2 tablespoons raw sugar. Instructions First, preheat the oven to 350°F. Take a large bowl and combine the flour with baking powder. Add sugar, eggs, vanilla, and oil to the mix. Now, stir the ingredients until well combined and thick. Take an 8/9-inch cake pan and pour the batter. Use a spoon to smooth the top. Then, put fruit slices on top of the batter, and press them slightly into the mixture. Sprinkle it with raw sugar.  Bake the combination in the microwave for about 50 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted in the centre comes out clean. Let it cool before serving. Read more: Delightful Recipes from Bangladeshi Kitchens to Savor on Rainy Days Dragon Fruit Ice Cream Ingredients 2 whole dragon fruit, 3 cups milk, 450ml condensed milk, juice from ½ lemon, a pinch of salt, and 2 cups coconut milk. Instructions First, remove the skin from the dragon fruit and purée it in a food processor. Next, add milk, condensed milk, lemon juice, and salt to the purée. Blend properly. After that, lightly whisk the coconut milk and gently add it to the purée mixture. Then, pour the mixture into a shallow, lidded container and freeze until partially set. Whisk the partially set mixture until smooth, then return it to the freezer until fully set. This step ensures the texture remains soft and creamy while setting. Enjoy these icy treats on a hot day. Closing Lines Dragon fruit is a versatile summer fruit that can be enjoyed in many ways. From smoothies to desserts, these recipes will help you stay cool and enjoy the benefits of this tropical superfruit. To enjoy the refreshing, nutrient-dense treats of dragon fruit this summer, get creative, and incorporate your favourite local ingredients! Read more: Miyazaki: Why are the world's costliest mangoes considerably cheap in Bangladesh?

Orange is one of the most nutritious fruits abundant in the winter season. The nutritious value of this citrus fruit helps to meet up the need for vitamin C in the human body. Vitamin C is beneficial to fight and cure colds and flu. The refreshing flavor of orange satisfies the sweet tooth of people of all ages. So, why not try some orange dessert recipes in your home kitchen? Let’s take a look at 5 orange dessert recipes for children and adults.  Nutritional Value and Health Benefits of Orange  Nutrition in Oranges: From one medium-sized orange, you will get 60 calories, no sodium, 3 grams of fiber, 12 grams of sugar, 1 gram of protein, 14 micrograms of vitamin A, 70 milligrams of vitamin C, 6% of your daily recommended amount of calcium, 237 milligrams of potassium, 15.4 grams of carbohydrates Health Benefits of Oranges:  The vitamin C in oranges helps your body in the following ways:  -Minimize cells  damage -Collagen is a protein that heals wounds and gives you smoother skin and oranges help your body to make collagen -Helps to fight anemia -Boosts immune system and thus body defense against germs -Minimize vision loss -Protects your body from cancer-causing radicals. Read More: 5 Soups to Soothe a Cold 5 Delectable Orange Dessert Soup Recipes for Bangladeshi Kitchen  Orange Olive Oil Baked Donuts Ingredients For the doughnuts 1 cup flour, 1 ¼ teaspoon baking powder, ⅛ teaspoon baking soda, ⅛ teaspoon salt, ¼ cup sugar, ¼ cup olive oil, ½ cup milk, ¼ cup orange juice, One and a half teaspoon vinegar ( apple cider ), 1 ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 orange Ingredients For the frosting 1 cup sugar (natural powdered), 2 tablespoons orange juice Ingredients For decoration  2 slices of orange, 1 tablespoon of sugar Instructions: First, prepare the oven to 350°F and grease a pan with a 6-hole with a little olive oil. Now take a bowl and mix well the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Meanwhile, take another bowl and combine the olive oil, milk, orange juice, apple cider vinegar, vanilla extract, and orange zest. Then mix the wet ingredients into the dry and stir to mix them properly. After then, put a spoonful of batter into the doughnut pan and back for 20 minutes. Let the doughnuts cool and serve.  Read More: Yummy Homemade Biscuit Recipes for Snacking Orange Crush Pound Cake Ingredients For The Cake 1 cup shortening, 1/4 cup margarine, 2 3/4 cups granulated sugar, 5 eggs, 3 cups flour, 1 cup Orange Crush orange soda, One teaspoon orange flavoring, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For the Orange Cream Cheese Frosting 1/4 cup margarine, 1 package cream cheese, 1 cup powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon orange flavoring.  1/2 teaspoon vanilla Instructions: First, preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit and grease the bottom of a 10-cup capacity pan with oil. Now beat shortening, margarine, and sugar to make a light and fluffy batter. Then beat the eggs also and mix well. Add flour, the orange flavoring, and vanilla extract and combine.  Put a spoonful of batter into each part of the pan and bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes. Wait until the cakes cool and then take them away from the pan. Now prepare the frosting by beating together margarine and cream cheese for about 3 minutes. Then add powdered sugar, orange flavoring, and vanilla. Beat as long as the frosting is smooth and spreadable. Garnish the wark cake with frosting.  Read More: 7 Food Delivery Apps for Dhaka Dark Chocolate Orange Slice & Bake Cookies Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, 2/3 cup brown sugar, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 2 cups + 2 Tablespoons flour, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 2 Tablespoons orange juice, 8 ounces chocolate InstructionsFirst, prepare the batter by beating the butter, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract on high speed. Take another bowl, and whisk the flour, cinnamon, and salt together. Mix the dry and wet ingredients together and combine well as long as there are no lumps. You need to prepare the cookie dough thick and slightly sticky. Increase the speed and beat in the zest, fresh orange juice. Divide the dough into two parts and give each half part into a biscuit shape. Wrap the logs in plastic wrap and chill them in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours. Then bake in the preheated oven to 350°F. For 15 minutes. Read More: 5 Healthy Winter Soup Recipes for Weight Loss  Cranberry Orange Bread Pudding Ingredients 5 to 6 cups challah bread, 1/2 cup dried cranberries, 2 teaspoons orange zest, 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 4 tablespoons butter, 3 cups warmed half-and-half,  4 large eggs, 1 cup sugar Instructions: First, prepare the oven to 350 F. and also prepare a 9-inch-square or 11 x 7-inch baking dish with butter. Now take a bowl and mix together the torn bread, cranberries, orange zest, and juice. Meanwhile beat together the vanilla, melted butter, warmed half-and-half, and eggs and pour over the bread mixture. Add sugar and keep the mixture at rest for soaking the bread for about 5 minutes. Pour the batter into the baking dish and bake for 45 to 55 minutes as long as a toothpick come out clean. Read More: 5 Nepali Momo Recipes for Bangladeshi Kitchen Orange Mousse Ingredients 8 ounces cream cheese, ⅔ cup powdered sugar, ¼ cup orange juice, 1 ½ teaspoon orange extract, 2 drops orange food coloring (optional), ⅔ cup whipped cream Ingredients For Topping: 2 cups whipped cream Instructions First, blend the cream cheese and powdered sugar as long as well combined and smooth. Then add orange juice, orange extract, and orange food coloring and mix well. Add  ⅔ cup whipped cream. Take a frosting bag with a large tip and fill mousse cups with ¾ cup full. Chill the bag in the refrigerator for about an hour. Do the same process.   Orange Olive Oil Baked Donuts, Orange Crush Pound Cake, Dark Chocolate Orange slice bake Cookies, Cranberry Orange Bread Pudding, Orange Mousse. 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Vitamin C is one of the most essential nutrients for the human body. During the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, many health experts are advising people to consume Vitamin C every day. The recommended Daily Value (DV) for vitamin C for an adult is about 90 mg for males and 75mg for females per day. However, a breastfeeding mother requires an extra 30 mg, and an individual who consumes tobacco needs an extra 35 mg per day. You can easily consume the required amount of Vitamin-C by eating a variety of fruits, nuts, and vegetables. Read this article to know the benefits and food sources of vitamin C.