Aloe vera

A succulent plant whose leaves yield a clear gel with a neutral-grassy taste; cubes of the gel are added to drinks, smoothies and fruit salads.

Aloe vera is a succulent plant with thick fleshy leaves from which a clear gel is extracted with a neutral-grassy, slightly bitterish taste (the bitter yellow fraction near the skin is removed). Cubes of the gel are added to drinks, tea, smoothies, lassi, lemonades, fruit salads, jelly and yoghurts; Korean and Asian aloe drinks are served chilled.

Recipes with this ingredient

Green CocktailAmerican cuisine | Drinks

Green cocktail is a refreshing and nutritious drink from American cuisine, created in the spirit of modern healthy eating trends. The bright mix of kiwi, green grapes, and orange gives it a rich fruity flavor with a slight tartness, while the addition of aloe vera makes it truly unique—soft, velvety, and slightly herbal. Lolla-rossa lettuce adds freshness and enriches the cocktail with vitamins. It is perfect for morning awakening, invigorating the body and saturating it with beneficial substances. The green cocktail is an excellent choice for those striving for a healthy lifestyle; it refreshes on hot days and perfectly complements a detox program diet.