Pineapple Coconut Water

This tropical smoothie is the perfect way to cool down on a hot day. The pineapple and coconut water are both naturally sweet, and the lime juice adds a bit of tartness. The sea salt helps to balance out the flavors, and the optional mint leaves add a refreshing touch.

This recipe was inspired by a trip to Hawaii. I was on vacation with my family, and we were looking for a refreshing drink to enjoy on the beach. We stopped at a local smoothie stand, and I ordered a pineapple coconut smoothie. It was so delicious that I knew I had to recreate it at home.

Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh pineapple, chopped
• 1 cup coconut water
• 1/2 lime, juiced
• Pinch of sea salt
• Optional: 1-2 mint leaves, for garnish

Instructions

1. Combine the pineapple, coconut water, lime juice, and sea salt in a blender.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Pour over ice and garnish with mint leaves, if desired.

Why It Works

• The combination of pineapple and coconut is a classic tropical flavor combination.
• The coconut water adds a natural sweetness and creaminess to the smoothie.
• The lime juice adds a bit of tartness to balance out the sweetness of the pineapple and coconut.
• The sea salt helps to enhance the flavors of the other ingredients.
• The mint leaves add a refreshing touch to the smoothie.