The idea for this refreshing cooler came from the beaches of southern Thailand. Carts line the beach, offering fruit concoctions to cool you down in the tropical heat. Great for a warm summer day in any country!
Ingredients
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1
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ripe banana
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1
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1 cup
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diced seedless watermelon
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250 mL
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1 cup
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pineapple juice
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250 mL
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Instructions
Step 1
In blender, on high speed, blend banana, watermelon and pineapple juice until smooth and creamy.
Tips
Add ice cubes if the fruit is not cold enough.
Nutrition & Notes
Nutrition Information
Valeur nutritive
% Daily Value
% valeur quotidienne
Amount
Teneur
Calories / Calories
145
Saturated / saturés
0.1 g
+ Trans / trans
0
Cholesterol / Cholestérol
0 mg
12%
Carbohydrates / Glucides
36.4 g
Sugars / Sucres
28.8 g
Protein Protéines
1.5 g
5%
Vitamin A / Vitamine A
68%
Vitamin C / Vitamine C
Very high in: Vitamin C
High in: Vitamin B6, folate and magnesium
Diabetes Food Choice Values
2 Carbohydrates
Variation:
Any of your favorite fruits will work. Always use a banana for creaminess, then add 1 cup (250 mL) diced fruit and 1 cup (250 mL) fruit juice.
Some fruit suggestions are: pineapple, mango, cantaloupe, honeydew, papaya, kiwi, frozen or fresh berries. Some juice suggestions are: orange, apple, cranberry, white grape, tropical blend, pomegranate, blueberry.
For a special party treat, add a shot of rum, coconut rum or vodka.
Contributor
Eileen Campbell