Colombian Coconut Limeade (Limonada de Coco) Recipe
Enjoy a taste of the tropics with this refreshing Colombian Coconut Limeade, known as Limonada de Coco. Creamy coconut milk pairs perfectly with zesty lime juice, creating a sweet and tangy beverage that is perfect for warm weather.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Colombian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Limeade:
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 4–5 limes)
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk or sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups ice
- 1/2 cup cold water (optional, for desired consistency)
Garnish:
- Lime slices
- Shredded coconut
Instructions
- Blend: In a blender, combine lime juice, coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk (or sugar), and ice. Blend until smooth and frothy.
- Adjust consistency: If too thick, add cold water and blend again.
- Taste and adjust: Add more sugar or condensed milk if you prefer it sweeter.
- Serve: Pour into glasses, garnish with lime slices and shredded coconut if desired, and enjoy immediately!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
