PINEAPPLE

               Pineapple are usually grown in the tropical regions from March to June. Pineapple are loaded with vitamins and minerals including Vitamin A, Vitamin C, calcium, phosphorus, and potassium. They are also rich in fiber and calories. On the top of it all, this fruit is low in fat and cholesterol. All the nutrients its contains promote good health.

Prevent Cough and Cold : Since pineapple are rich in vitamin C, it can fight off viruses that cause cough and colds..

Strengthens Bones : Pineapple are also popular for their ability to build and maintain strong bones. This is because these fruits contain manganese, which is a trace mineral that your body needs to build bones and connective tissues. In fact, if you consume a cup of pineapple, you can already get 73% of your total body requirement for manganese.

Keeps Gums Healthy : Eating pineapple will strengthen your gums that will help keep your teeth healthy and strong.

Lower Risk of Macular Degeneration : Beta carotene present in pineapple is very good for our sight and thus should be consumed regularly.

Improve Arthritis : Since these fruits have anti-inflammatory qualities, eating pineapple can greatly reduce the pain of arthritis. It can also improve conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome and gout.
Improve Digestion : Bromelain found in pineapples neutralizes fluids to ensure that they are not too acidic, helps regulate the secretions in the pancreas to aid digestion and keeps the digestive track healthy.

Cancers : The high quality of anti-oxidants in pineapples fights against free radical preventing damaged cells and tumors, thus preventing many kinds of cancers.

Atherosclerosis & Heart Diseases : Rick anti-oxidants of the pineapple keep free radicals away and lower cholesterol thus prevent heart diseases.

Immunity : Vitamin C is present in high quality in pineapples and this helps boosts out immune system.

Vegetable Sashlik

Ingredients :  1 Cup Paneer cut in dices;

                      1 Cup red, yellow or green bell pepper chunks;

                      1 Cup pineaplle chunks;

                      1 Cup red Onion Chunks;

                      1 Cup white button mushrooms;

                      1 Cup Zucchini or yellow squash chunks;

                      1 cup cherry tomatoes.

Marinade : 1/2 cup olive oil,1/2 tbsp lemon/lime juice, 1/4 cup water, 1/4 cup Dijon mustard; 2 tbsp Honey, 2tbsp minced garlic, 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil leaves, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes.

Method : Whisk together all ingredients for marinade in a small bowl. 

                Place paneer and the vegetables in a shallow dish or container. pour marinade over it.

               Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. Preheat grill to medium heat.

               Remove vegetables fro the marinade. Thread vegetable onto skewars, alternating colors. 

              Cook skewers on grill until vegetables are lightly charred all over, about 10 min, basting with reserved marinade and turning occasionally.