Creamy coconut lemonade is your new summer refresher, a sweet treat that everyone can drink and enjoy! It’s vegan-friendly and there’s no refined sugar, yet it hits all the right notes to satisfy. Blend up a batch today and enjoy the refreshment!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Creamy: Rich and creamy without any dairy, it feels a bit decadent in every sip.
- Refreshing: Although it’s creamy, it’s cooling and soothing too, perfect to help you feel good in hot weather.
- Hydrating: Replenish your hydration in a more delicious way! You’re bound to gulp more creamy coconut lemonade down than water!
Nutrition For Mental Health
One cup of coconut milk contains 15g of carbohydrates (5g of fiber), 5g of protein, and 57g of fat. It is an excellent source of manganese, copper, magnesium, selenium, and iron. Coconut milk is also a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and folate.
One cup of coconut milk contains over 100% your daily need of manganese. A study found that higher blood manganese levels in females were associated with a lower risk of depression [1]. Another study including the Japanese working population found that low manganese, copper, and zinc are associated with anxiety and depression symptoms [2].
Ingredients + Notes
With only four ingredients, not including the optional garnish, this creamy coconut lemonade couldn’t be any easier. All you need is a blender and you’re on your way!
A full list of ingredients with exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Substitutions + Variations
When you’re missing a key ingredient, you may be able to substitute it with something in the cabinet rather than running to the store.
- Coconut cream: If you don’t have any coconut milk, coconut cream is a great substitute. It will make your creamy coconut lemonade even richer and creamier.
How To Make Coconut Lemonade
You’ll need your blender and the list of ingredients outlined here to make my creamy vegan coconut lemonade.
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- Add all ingredients into a blender and blend on high for 30-60 seconds.
- Pour into glasses over ice and garnish with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices.
Servings Ideas
What can you serve vegan creamy coconut lemonade with? If you need inspiration for a little fiesta, it goes great with my Easy Cowboy Caviar, Avocado Pico de Gallo, and No Tomato Guacamole. Looking for a dinner accompaniment that will make this drink even more refreshing? Make my Best Vegan Black Bean Burger or Lentil Sloppy Joes for weeknight dinners the whole family will love. For dessert, try this Eggless Blueberry Pie or Vegan Apple Crisp.
Also, if you want to try something crazy but incredibly delicious, add a spoonful of your favorite jam or jelly to this drink and stir it in! These homemade Strawberry Chia Jam and Raspberry Chia Seed Jams are perfect for this!
Storage Tips
Since coconut milk needs to be refrigerated after opening, make sure you put any leftovers in your fridge right away. It stores best in an airtight glass container. Aim to finish it within a few days – it’s easy enough to make another fresh batch when you’re ready for more!
FAQ
My coconut lemonade is made with coconut milk, fresh lemon juice, water, and a little maple syrup for some natural sweetness.
When you make coconut lemonade yourself, it can be very good for you. If you buy it at the store, you may be gulping down preservatives and loads of refined sugar, making it a less healthy option.
It has a lot of vitamins and minerals, but it is calorie-dense, so keep that in mind when planning for balanced meals.
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Recipe
Coconut Lemonade
Ingredients
- 3/4 cups lemon juice, freshly squeezed (about 4-5 large lemons)
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 13.5 oz can full-fat coconut milk
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- Lemon slices + mint for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Add all ingredients into a blender and blend on high for 30-60 seconds.
- Pour into glasses over ice and garnish with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices.
Notes
Nutrition
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References
[1] Jiang, S., Sun, M., Zhou, X., Xu, Y., Ullah, H., Niu, X., Feng, C., & Gao, Q. (2023). Association between blood manganese levels and depressive symptoms among US adults: A nationally representative cross-sectional study. Journal of affective disorders, 333, 65–71. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jad.2023.04.032
[2] Nakamura, M., Miura, A., Nagahata, T., Shibata, Y., Okada, E., & Ojima, T. (2019). Low Zinc, Copper, and Manganese Intake is Associated with Depression and Anxiety Symptoms in the Japanese Working Population: Findings from the Eating Habit and Well-Being Study. Nutrients, 11(4), 847. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu11040847
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