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Speaking of hydrating your body during the summer, coconut water is the first thing that comes to everyone’s mind. The clear liquid inside young, green coconuts is packed with many essential nutrients, including electrolytes, particularly potassium. The taste of coconut water is subtly sweet with a touch of nuttiness.
Easily available on the market during the summer, it is naturally low in calories and fat, unlike many juices. This delicious beverage is also a great choice to maintain fluid balance in the body after completing your daily exercise routine. But did you know coconut water can also be an amazing ingredient for your cocktails, popsicles and puddings? Here are six coconut water recipes to try:
Coconut Water Lemonade
Enrich your regular nimbu paani or lemonade with more nutrients by adding coconut water to the recipe. This wonderfully refreshing drink is made with freshly squeezed lemon juice, sugar and ice, along with coconut water. It is usually served on summer afternoons, along with a garnish of mint leaves and lemon slices.
Coconut Water Popsicle
Whether you are a ten-year-old child or a 40-year-old adult, sweet and refreshing popsicles can make anyone happy. To prepare this variation of the frozen treat, all you need is fresh coconut water, maple syrup and your favourite berries. Place all the ingredients in popsicle moulds, freeze until hardened and you are good to go.
Coconut Water Sangria
This refreshing tropical cocktail is made by combining white wine, vodka, tropical fruits such as pineapple, mango and orange, and coconut water in a large pitcher. This summer booze is a real crowd-pleaser and is perfect for pool parties and picnics. To get the true flavour of all the ingredients present in the drink, let it sit for at least two hours before enjoying it.
Coconut Water And Chia Pudding
Chia seed pudding is a beloved treat for people who are health conscious. Give it a tropical twist by adding coconut water to the recipe. Made along with raspberries (or blueberries), chia seeds, honey and vanilla extract, it is topped with desiccated coconut and whole berries. For the best result, refrigerate the dish for half an hour before serving.
Coconut Water Iced Coffee
If you are a caffeine lover, then this drink is surely going to become your favourite during the summer. Prepared by combining coconut water and coffee concentrate, it is great to serve during brunch or evening get-togethers. This refreshing drink can also be topped with homemade cream to give it a luscious taste.
Berry Coconut Water Smoothie
Made with a medley of berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries and blackberries), yoghurt, banana and coconut water, this smoothie is great to start your day or replenish your energy post-workout. It is easy to prepare, creamy in texture and delicious in taste. You can also garnish this smoothie with a pinch of ground cinnamon to give it a bold flavour.
