When the summer turns up the heat, nothing can beat the hydrating and refreshing goodness of coconut.
Be it simple coconut water, tender coconut flesh, or creamy coconut milk, this is a delightful powerhouse of hydration, electrolytes along with essential nutrients. Do you love coconuts and are looking for creative ways to incorporate them into your summer meals? Don't skip, this is the perfect article for you with some lip-smacking coconut-based recipes.
Let's give a twist on the classic lemonade. To prepare this electrolyte enriched drink, you need following ingredients:
1 glass fresh coconut water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey (optional)
A few mint leaves
Ice cubes
Method: Begin with mixing the coconut water, lemon juice, and honey in a glass. Then, add some ice cubes and garnish well with mint leaves. Now, enjoy an ultra-refreshing summer drink after stirring it.
Mangoes and coconuts are the two summer superstars and when they come together, it results into creamy and nutritious smoothie. Arrange the following ingredients to prepare this:
1 cup fresh mango cubes
1/2 cup coconut milk
1/2 cup yogurt
1 tablespoon honey (optional)
Ice cubes
Method: Blend all the ingredients together until the mixture becomes smooth. To get an extra tropical vibe, garnish with shredded coconut. Now, pour it into a glass and serve chilled.
South Indian meal is simply incomplete without a delicious coconut chutney, the ultimate side dish for idli, dosa, or vada. To prepare this, you need following ingredients:
1 cup grated fresh coconut
2 green chilies
1/2 inch ginger
1/2 cup roasted chana dal (Bengal gram)
Salt to taste
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon urad dal
5-6 curry leaves
1 teaspoon oil
Method: In blender, prepare a smooth paste using coconut, green chilies, ginger, chana dal, salt, and water. Now, heat oil and add mustard seeds, urad dal, and curry leaves in a pan. Pour this tempering over the chutney and serve fresh!
A homemade coconut ice cream is creamy, delicious, and naturally sweetened.
Ingredients required:
1 cup fresh tender coconut pulp
1/2 cup coconut water
1/2 cup coconut milk
1/2 cup condensed milk
Method: Begin with blending all those ingredients until it becomes smooth. Now, pour the mixture into a container and freeze for at least 6-8 hours. When, totally prepared, scoop out and enjoy this creamy delight.
Give the traditional lassi a tropical twist with the richness of coconut. Keep the following ingredients ready.
1 cup yogurt
1/2 cup coconut milk
1 tablespoon sugar or honey
A pinch of cardamom powder
Ice cubes
Method: Blend all these ingredients together until they become frothy. Pour it into a tall glass and enjoy chilled!
Beyond delicious taste, coconuts are packed with essential nutrients. They provide electrolytes, promote digestion, boost immunity, as well as keep your skin glowing. Any recipe made up of coconut provides much needed hydration in your body during summer.
Stay cool and hydrated, and let the coconut craze take over this summer!
