A Natural Way to Sweeten Coconut Water
By Claire Georgiou, Reboot Naturopath, B.HSc ND
Some people do not like the taste of plain coconut water and the flavoured sugared varieties are certainly a no-go zone. So, here is a recipe that is super easy and a quick way you can flavour your own coconut water to enjoy the high electrolyte content while also enhancing the flavour and adding extra plant based nutrients with your fruit selection.
Ingredients
- 1/2 – 1 cup (100-150 g) of fresh or frozen strawberries
- 1 1/2 cup (325 ml) of coconut water
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
Directions
- Wash strawberries.
- Place all ingredients in blender.
- Blend & pour on ice.
- ENJOY!
Servings: 1
Serving Size: 16-18 oz (500 ml)
Substitutions
- Strawberries – blueberries, raspberries, black berries, kiwi
- Honey – maple syrup, rice malt, date (optional)
Calories: 90
Sodium: 135
Carbohydrates: 20
Fiber: 2
Sugars: 17
Protein: 1