Nutralie

On hot summer days, ensuring appropriate recovery after exercise is essential, as ignoring this part of the training can lead to fatigue, reduced performance and a greater risk of injury due to muscle and joint stress.

To avoid these problems, it is important to include strategies such as hydration, appropriate nutrition and sufficient rest.

This restorative chilled soup with turmeric is the ideal choice. A chilled and refreshing soup that not only quenches the thirst but is also full of essential nutrients. Moreover, by including turmeric, with its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, this updated version of the classic Andalusian gazpacho will boost recovery after training.

Find out how this dish can be your perfect ally to help you re-energise and maintain your performance during the summer.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 kg ripe tomatoes
• 1 large cucumber
• 1 red pepper
• 1 small onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 2 spoonfuls of white wine vinegar
• 3 spoonfuls of extra virgin olive oil
• 1 Turmeric Complex capsule
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves (optional, to garnish)
• Chilled water (amount required to adjust the consistency)

STEPS TO FOLLOW

1. Wash the tomatoes, cucumber and pepper well.
2. Peel the cucumber and chop all the vegetables into large pieces.
3. Place the tomatoes, cucumber, pepper, onion, and garlic in a blender.
4. Add the vinegar, olive oil and the opened turmeric capsule.
5. Blend the ingredients until you have a soft and uniform mixture.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Refrigerate the soup for at least an hour before serving so that it is well chilled.

BENEFITS OF THE CHILLED SOUP FOR RECOVERY

The chilled soup provides a variety of vitamins and minerals that are crucial to recovery and general wellbeing. The vitamins A and C contained in the ingredients are essential for cell repair and regeneration. The vegetables in the chilled soup also provide B complex vitamins that support energy metabolism and help to convert food into useful energy for the body.

REHYDRATION

Tomatoes and cucumbers are the principal ingredients of this chilled soup. They have a high water content which helps to replace the liquids lost through perspiration during exercise. Cucumbers and peppers also provide potassium and magnesium which are natural electrolytes essential for maintaining the body’s water balance  and for preventing muscle cramps.

RICH SOURCE OF ANTIOXIDANTS

Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that protects cells from damage caused by free radicals, whose level increases during intense exercise. Red peppers contain vitamin C and beta-carotene that not only acts as an antioxidant but also strengthen the immune system, helping the body to recover more effectively.

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY POWER

Nutralie’s turmeric, along with black pepper and ginger, can help to reduce muscle pain and inflammation after exercise. Extra virgin olive oil contains healthy monounsaturated fats and anti-inflammatory compounds that improve cardiovascular health.

THE NEW ALLY FOR YOUR EXERCISE ROUTINE

Including this dish in your post-training diet may help you to replace lost liquids and electrolytes, support muscle repair and reduce inflammation, allowing the body to recover and be ready for future exercise sessions.

Its low calorie content and richness in fibre promote healthy digestion without compromising nutritional intake.

With all these benefits, the chilled turmeric soup is sure to become an ally in the fast, effective and delicious recovery from sport.

To boost your training sessions, you could include other supplements in your routine, such as Magnesium Complex, which will  help to improve your nervous system and muscle recovery, and Vitamin B12 Complex, which will provide that extra energy to help you cope with the routine.