Ingredients
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For the coconut base:
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1 (13.5 oz) can full-fat coconut milk (not light), chilled
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1 cup water
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Ice cubes (optional)
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For the fruit puree:
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1 medium ripe pineapple, cored and chopped into bite-sized pieces
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1/2 small ripe mango, peeled and chopped (or substitute with another seasonal tropical fruit like papaya or guava)
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1/4 cup fresh squeezze lime juice (from about 2 large limes)
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Optional garnish:
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Sliced fresh pineapple, mango, and/or strawberries
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Mint leaves
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Edible flowers (such as hibiscus or lavender)
Directions
Subtitle: A Deliciously Refreshing Vegan Drink with Authentic Flavors from Both Countries
Description: This creamy, coconut-based beverage combines sweet pineapple and tangy lime juice for a refreshing twist on traditional Brazilian and Caribbean drinks. It’s perfect as a mealtime thirst quencher or post-workout rehydration beverage. Plus, it’s vegan, gluten-free, and packed with electrolytes!
Ingredients:
For the coconut base:
* 1 (13.5 oz) can full-fat coconut milk (not light), chilled
* 1 cup water
* Ice cubes (optional)
For the fruit puree:
* 1 medium ripe pineapple, cored and chopped into bite-sized pieces
* 1/2 small ripe mango, peeled and chopped (or substitute with another seasonal tropical fruit like papaya or guava)
* 1/4 cup fresh squeezze lime juice (from about 2 large limes)
Optional garnish:
* Sliced fresh pineapple, mango, and/or strawberries
* Mint leaves
* Edible flowers (such as hibiscus or lavender)
Instructions:
1. Place the can of coconut milk in a blender along with the water and ice cubes (if using). Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender occasionally.
2. Add the pineapple, mango, and lime juice to the blender. Puree until well combined and slightly chunky.
3. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. You may need more sugar or lime juice depending on your taste preferences.
4. Pour the mixture into glasses and serve immediately. Garnish with additional fruits, mint leaves, and edible flowers if desired.
Note: If you don’t have a high-speed blender, you may need to strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve before serving to remove any solids.
Servings: 2 large or 4 smaller servings
Difficulty: Easy
Nutrition Information per Serving (without optional garnish):
Calories: 170kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: <0.5g
Cholesterol: 2mg
Sodium: 210mg
Potassium: 530mg
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 18g
Vitamin A: 25% of the Daily Value (DV)
Vitamin C: 100% of the DV
Calcium: 10% of the DV
Iron: 2% of the DV
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Place the can of coconut milk in a blender along with the water and ice cubes (if using). Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender occasionally. |
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Add the pineapple, mango, and lime juice to the blender. Puree until well combined and slightly chunky. |
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Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. You may need more sugar or lime juice depending on your taste preferences. |
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Pour the mixture into glasses and serve immediately. Garnish with additional fruits, mint leaves, and edible flowers if desired. |
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