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5-Ingredient Colombian Limonada de Coco (Coconut Limeade)

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This limonada de coco (coconut limeade) is a refreshing blend of coconut, lime, and ice, made with just five simple ingredients. It’s the perfect tropical drink for hot days and pairs beautifully with seafood, chicken, or a light summer salad.
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Colombian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 300 Grams Coconut Puree 3 packets Coconut Puree
  • 3.5 Cups Filtered Water
  • .5 Cup Condensed Coconut Milk
  • 4 Whole Juiced Limes
  • 1 Cup Ice
Garnish
  • 4 Leaves Fresh Mint Leaves, Optional
  • Shredded Coconut

Equipment

  • 1 Blender
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Knife

Method
 

  1. In a blender, combine a packet of coconut puree and freshly squeezed lime juice for each cup of limeade.
  2. Add the condensed coconut milk and water, then blend for 5-7 seconds.
  3. For extra coconut flavor, toss in some shredded coconut.
  4. For a frozen version, add 2-3 ice cubes per serving, depending on how icy you want it.
  5. Pour into a glass over ice, and garnish with a sprig of mint or a lime wedge.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcal

Notes

Tips

You'll find several recipes that call for coconut milk, and that also works. However, I love the freshness of the coconut puree, it's lighter and refreshing.

I also prefer the flavor of condensed coconut milk rather than just plain sugar. It enhances that coconut puree flavor we're looking for and blends deliciously with freshly squeezed lime juice.

Other Ways To Enjoy Coconut Limeade

This is a non-alcoholic recipe, but if you're having drinks, there's a quick and easy way to turn this into an alcoholic recipe. Add rum, either coconut rum or light rum, to the blender.

When adding rum, add a 1/4 shot per cup, based on your preference. In terms of teaspoons, add 1/2 teaspoon per cup, or adjust.

A coconut rum will amp up the coconut flavor we're looking for in this recipe.

Storage

Pour the mixture into a lock lid jar or a glass airtight mason jar. Then store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
This is a perfect recipe to make a day before a get-together. When ready, serve with fresh mint and fresh ice!

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