Description
Experience the vibrant taste of summer with our Dragon Fruit Refresher. This delightful drink combines ripe dragon fruit, refreshing coconut water, and a splash of lime juice for a tropical burst of flavor. Perfect for poolside lounging or casual gatherings, this visually stunning beverage not only quenches your thirst but also brightens your day. Ready to transport yourself to sunny shores? Let’s dive into this refreshing recipe that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe dragon fruit (about 1 cup flesh)
- 1 cup pure coconut water
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1–2 tbsp honey or agave syrup (to taste)
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- Ice cubes (as needed)
Instructions
- Slice the dragon fruit in half and scoop out the flesh. Chop it into smaller pieces.
- In a blender, combine the dragon fruit, coconut water, and lime juice. Blend until smooth.
- Taste the mixture and add honey or agave syrup as desired; blend briefly to combine.
- For a smoother texture, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher.
- Stir in mint leaves, then fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the refresher over them.
- Garnish with extra mint leaves or a slice of lime before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (250ml)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize your refresher by swapping lime juice for lemon juice or adding additional fruits like pineapple. For an extra cold drink, freeze chunks of dragon fruit beforehand and blend them in.