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Strawberry Lime Protein Cooler
A light, refreshing shake that is sweet and tart, with coconut water as the base.
- 4 mintime
- 1serving
- 210calories
- 26 gprotein
Coconut water gives this shake a light, clear body that milk does not. With lime and strawberries it drinks more like a smoothie-cooler than a milkshake, which suits a warm afternoon.
Ingredients
Makes 1 serving.
- 1 scoop strawberry whey protein powder (about 30 g)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries
- ¾ cup coconut water
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 3 drops liquid stevia
- 6 ice cubes
Method
- Add the coconut water, lime juice, and protein powder to the blender.
- Add the strawberries, stevia, and ice.
- Blend until smooth and slushy, about 45 seconds.
- Serve right away with a lime wheel on the rim, if you have one.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 210 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 26 g |
| Carbohydrates | 23 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 14 g |
| Fat | 2 g |
Estimated from standard nutrition data for each ingredient, assuming about 24 g of protein per scoop of whey or casein and 22 g for plant powders. Brands vary, so check your label. Contains: milk.
Tips
- Roll the lime on the counter before cutting it. It releases more juice.
- Coconut water varies in sweetness. Taste before adding stevia.
Swaps and variations
- Add a few mint leaves to the blender for a mojito-style flavor.
- Use unflavored whey and add a few more strawberries.
