Coconut-based drinks are life, and I'm obsessed. Whether it's having coconut water after a long training run to replenish my electrolytes or making a piña colada (less pineapple more coconut) just because, we can't get enough.
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Luckily, coconut water and coconut milk have so many health benefits. Coconut water is low-calorie, extremely hydrating, and helps you fight muscle fatigue, making it a perfect summer or post-workout beverage. Coconut milk is filling and will help you eat less by keeping you full longer.
We've gathered our best coconut-based drink recipes and scoured the web for some other favorites so you don't have to. Go ahead, and enjoy a season's worth of coconut-based beverages. You'll be so happy you did!
There’s a reason a pineapple-coconut smoothie is a classic drink.
Whether you start or end your day with this smoothie, it is bound to be refreshing. It’s also so easy to make.
Get the full recipe from The Food Network.
This papaya-coconut smoothie will transport you to the tropics.
It is also jam-packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Papaya alone is rich in vitamin A, which is excellent for healthy vision. Add in coconut milk, cantaloupe, bananas, dates, and flax seeds and you’ve got yourself a tasty and super healthy smoothie.
Get the full recipe from Eating Well.
Four ingredients get you a heavenly coconut smoothie.
If you love coconuts, this is the smoothie for you! It’s got coconut milk, banana, agave and coconut flakes.
Get the full recipe from House of Yumm.
Have an anti-aging coconut turmeric smoothie.
Every single ingredient in this smoothie has anti-aging properties, from turmeric's ability to lower inflammation to chia seeds promoting the building of collagen, so drink up!
Get the full recipe from Food Matters.
Coconut and acai make for the perfect marriage in a cup.
In fact, this smoothie tastes so heavenly that you’ll feel as if you’re having dessert. Don’t worry, though, it’s full of vitamins and minerals.
Get the full recipe from Mamás Latinas.
This mango coconut smoothie can banish acne.
Between the beta-carotene contained in mangoes and the anti-inflammatory properties in coconuts, you can drink your way to a J.Lo glow.
Get the full recipe from Mamás Latinas.
This coconut lime ginger smoothie is full of vitamin C.
Delight in this smoothie’s silky texture and wonderful flavor while getting amazing health benefits.
Get the full recipe from NutriLiving.
Here’s our go-to slimming smoothie.
You’ll fall in love with this coconut milk-based smoothie and the flavors that come from passion fruit pulp, mint, ginger and baby spinach.
Get the full recipe from Mamás Latinas.
Our coconut water radish smoothie is perfect when you need to hit the reset button.
There’s no need to suffer if you want to reset your diet. This smoothie includes raspberries and honey, which help make it a flavorful and guilt-free drink.
Get the full recipe from Mamás Latinas.
This yummy kale, coconut and banana smoothie is excellent for weight loss.
Kale provides major doses of vitamins K and C, as well as calcium. The banana works wonders to mask kale’s sometimes bitter taste. Best of all? This smoothie helps you drop weight.
Get the full recipe from Mamás Latinas.
Start your day off with this simple coconut smoothie.
We recommend this easy recipe for breakfast. It contains protein powder, which means it’ll keep you full longer and act to repair muscles.
Get the full recipe from Mamás Latinas.
A berry coconut smoothie that helps you lose weight.
This smoothie contains healthy saturated fat, which helps with weight loss. The berries provide a generous dose of antioxidants, too.
Get the full recipe from AllWomensTalk.
Blast fat with this coconut, pineapple, banana and spinach smoothie.
Rich in antioxidants, fiber and the enzyme bromelain, which helps improve digestion, pineapple is a true powerhouse. Combined coconut water’s ability to detoxify, hydrate and cleanse (and the benefits of banana and spinach), you’ve got yourself a super healthy smoothie.
Get the full recipe from AllWomensTalk.
Blast belly fat with this coconut almond smoothie.
This smoothie contains raw fats–coconut oil and almond butter–which help reduce belly fat. Another benefit? Your hair and skin will feel amazing, too!
Get the full recipe from AllWomensTalk.
This watermelon and coconut juice is OMG delicious!
The combination of watermelon and coconut is unbelievably satisfying and refreshing.
Get the full recipe from The Nutrition Guru and the Chef.
Have a paleo-friendly coconut smoothie.
Don’t let this smoothie fool you. It’s delicious enough to remind you of being on a tropical island and a heavyweight when it comes to packing in vitamins.
Get the full recipe from PaleoHacks.
You might confuse this coconut chia smoothie for a milkshake.
Coconut milk, Greek yogurt and apple make this smoothie heavy on flavor and protein and low on calories.
Get the full recipe from The Diary of a Debutante.
If you’re craving some chocolate, this smoothie is for you.
The cacao nibs in this drink will surely do the trick.
Get the full recipe from Cook Eat Paleo.
These fresh juice and coconut water refreshers will give you life.
Put your juicer to work to make these amazingly tasty and healthy beverages.
Get the full recipe from Simply So Good.
Delight your taste buds with this Thai mango-coconut-pineapple concoction.
This drink just screams summer.
Get the full recipe from Serious Eats.
Make this carrot and coconut smoothie your post-workout drink.
This smoothie includes ingredients that are natural anti-inflammatories, as well as provides potassium and vitamin C.
Get the full recipe from The Chalkboard Mag.
This blueberry coconut smoothie might just become a year-round favorite.
It uses frozen blueberries, which means you can make it any time of the year.
Get the full recipe from She Wears Many Hats.
Kiwi lovers, this one’s for you!
Make this creamy coconut and kiwi smoothie if you are obsessed with these two nutritionally powerful and delicious fruits. It’s hydrating and full of vitamins.
Get the full recipe from The Kitchn.
Beat the summer heat with this blueberry-coconut water slushie.
All you need are two ingredients: frozen blueberries and coconut water!
Get the full recipe from Dessert for Two.
Or you can make another variation: strawberry-coconut water slushie.
And it’s just as easy to make.
Get the full recipe from Dessert for Two.
But maybe what you really want is the banana-coconut water slushie.
Either way, you’ll have your slushie in no time.
Get the full recipe from Dessert for Two.
And if you’d rather have all three--blueberry, strawberry, banana--coconut water slushies, try this.
It’s more than just a beautiful-looking drink. It’s full of antioxidants and vitamins. Cheers!
Get the full recipe from Dessert for Two.
Make pitchers of this cucumber coconut water refresher.
You’ll be so glad you did! Making it in bulk will keep everyone hydrated and the presentation is on point.
Get the full recipe from Heart and Bowl.
Try making coconut water coffee.
Yes! It’s the perfect pre-workout drink!
Get the full recipe from Give Me Some Oven.
Strawberry coconut water lemonade is as amazing as it sounds.
This twist on the classic summer drink is a must-have.
Get the full recipe from Iowa Girl Eats.
Here’s a simple version of lemonade with coconut water.
What a refreshing yet uncomplicated summer beverage!
Get the full recipe from Eat Well 101.
This orange, mint and coconut water drink is seriously delicious.
Try making this the next time you entertain. Just be sure to make enough because folks will love it.
Get the full recipe from Healthy Nibbles and Bits
Iced green tea with coconut water is a health nut’s dream.
You’ll get your electrolytes and antioxidants in one low-calorie drink.
Get the full recipe from Hello Little Home.
Toast to good times with this tropical coconut sangria.
Wine, coconut water and fruits make this concoction spectacular.
Get the full recipe from Healthy Maven.
Hydrate with this healthy watermelon smoothie with coconut water.
This variation also includes mango and pineapple. Heck, yeah!
Get the full recipe from Hello Glow.
Coconut watermelon agua fresca will be a hit in your home this summer.
We promise. It’s delicious and ultra-hydrating. Plus, the lycopene in watermelon inhibits inflammation.
Get the full recipe from Kitchen Treaty.
Add this pineapple coconut water agua fresca into your beverage rotation.
Pineapple also has anti-inflammatory properties, so drink up!
Get the full recipe from Que Rica Vida.
Rainbow coconut water spritzers contain so many superfruits!
More than just a gorgeous-looking spritzer, it’s so healthy for you.
Get the full recipe from How Sweet Eats.
Go for this strawberry, coconut water and rum cocktail when you’re in the mood to celebrate.
Why not have the best of both worlds? Sneak in some electrolytes and vitamin-loaded strawberries into your cocktail.
Get the full recipe from Drizzle and Dip.
This low-calorie raspberry, mango, and coconut water smoothie is missing one thing…
A beach. It’s delicious and a perfect healthy summer drink.
Get the full recipe from Rachel Cooks.
