Heart-Healthy Refreshing Coconut Smoothie
Start your day with the ultimate tropical refreshment while nourishing your heart with this Heart-Healthy Refreshing Coconut Smoothie. Packed with hydrating coconut water and creamy unsweetened coconut milk, this smoothie offers a luscious yet light base. Enhanced with nutrient-rich spinach, omega-3-packed chia seeds, and the natural sweetness of frozen pineapple chunks and banana, every sip is a burst of flavor and health benefits. Fresh lime juice and a hint of mint add an invigorating touch, while shredded coconut brings irresistible texture and a subtle nutty twist. Quick to prepare in just 10 minutes, this vibrant green smoothie is not only a nutrient powerhouse but also the perfect guilt-free indulgence for busy mornings or post-workout hydration.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Coconut water
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened coconut milk
- 1 cup Fresh spinach
- 0.5 cup Frozen pineapple chunks
- 0.5 Frozen banana
- 1 tablespoon Chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon Unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
- 5 pieces Ice cubes
- 3 pieces Mint leaves
Instructions
In a blender, pour in the coconut water and coconut milk. This provides a hydrating and creamy base for the smoothie.
Add the fresh spinach into the blender. Spinach is a heart-healthy leafy green that is rich in fiber and vitamins.
Toss in the frozen pineapple chunks and banana. These fruits add natural sweetness and a tropical flavor to the smoothie.
Add the chia seeds for a boost of omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, enhancing the heart-healthy benefits of the drink.
Include the unsweetened shredded coconut for a delightful coconutty taste and some texture.
Pour in the fresh lime juice to brighten up the flavors and add a refreshing tang to the smoothie.
Add the ice cubes to ensure the smoothie is chilled and refreshing.
Drop in the mint leaves for an extra touch of freshness that complements the coconut and citrus notes.
Blend all the ingredients on high speed until smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no visible chunks of ice or spinach.
Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately for maximum freshness and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
273 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.1 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 303 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.9 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.1 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.9 g | ||
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 401 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1031 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
