Polar Blast
Refresh your senses with the icy allure of the "Polar Blast," a tropical-inspired slushy that's as vibrant in flavor as it is in color. This quick and easy no-cook recipe combines crushed ice, frozen pineapple chunks, and hydrating coconut water with a splash of fresh lime juice and a drizzle of honey or agave syrup for natural sweetness. Fragrant mint leaves and a hint of vanilla extract elevate its crisp, cooling taste, while optional blue spirulina powder adds a stunning visual appeal that mirrors glacial hues. Perfect for serving in chilled glasses and garnished with mint sprigs and lime wedges, this icy beverage is ideal for hot summer days or whenever you crave a refreshing pick-me-up. Whether enjoyed as a fun treat or a light dessert, the Polar Blast delivers an irresistible burst of flavor in just 10 minutes. Keywords: Polar Blast recipe, tropical slushy, refreshing drink, easy summer beverage, coconut water smoothie.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Crushed ice
- 1 cup Frozen pineapple chunks
- 1.5 cups Coconut water
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Honey or agave syrup
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons Blue spirulina powder (optional, for color)
- 2 sprigs Fresh mint sprigs (for garnish)
- 2 wedges Lime wedges (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Prepare all your ingredients by juicing the lime, measuring out the honey/agave syrup, and rinsing the mint leaves.
2. In a high-powered blender, add the crushed ice, frozen pineapple chunks, coconut water, fresh mint leaves, lime juice, honey/agave syrup, vanilla extract, and blue spirulina powder (if using).
3. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and slushy, scraping down the blender sides if necessary. The consistency should be thick enough to scoop but not overly chunky.
4. Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more honey or agave syrup. Blend again briefly if adjustments are made.
5. Pour the Polar Blast evenly into two chilled glasses.
6. Garnish each glass with a fresh mint sprig and a lime wedge for an extra pop of color and aroma.
7. Serve immediately with a spoon or straw to enjoy the icy, invigorating flavors before it melts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
336 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 386 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.7 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.8 g | ||
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 149 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1268 mg | 27% | |
*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.
