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Paradise Pops

July 16, 2026 by dinnertonight

These tropical fruit pops are a refreshing way to stay hydrated while enjoying vitamins, fiber, and potassium. The combination of colorful fruits and coconut water creates a naturally sweet treat that supports a healthy lifestyle and cools you off on a hot summer day!

Remember, if you don’t have a popsicle mold, you can easily blend this together and place in a freezer safe container and create a fruit sorbet!


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Ingredients
  • 2 cups coconut water unsweetened
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 cup frozen strawberries
  • 1 cup frozen peaches
  • 1 cup frozen pineapple
  • 1 cup frozen mango
Servings: popsicles
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Instructions
  1. Add coconut water to a pitcher, stir in honey and lemon juice. Stir until well combined.
  2. Let fruit thaw slightly before slicing. Slice thinly or dice small enough to fit into popsicle mold.
  3. Place fruit into popsicle mold, filling about ¾ full
  4. Pour the coconut water mixture over the fruit to fill mold completely.
  5. Add the lid to popsicle mold, freeze for one hour before adding the popsicle sticks.
  6. Continue freezing for 6-8 hours (or overnight).
  7. Tip: to remove popsicles from mold, you may need to soak mold in warm water for 30-60 seconds.
  8. Tip: This recipe can also be blended and frozen to make a fruit sorbet
Recipe Notes

Paradise Pops

Nutrition Facts
Serving size 1 popsicle (133g)
servings per container 8

Amount per serving
Calories	50					

% Daily Value
Total Fat	0	g			0	%	
Saturated Fat	0	g			0	%	
Trans Fat	0	g					
Cholesterol	0	mg			0	%	
Sodium	15	mg			1	%	
Total Carbohydrate	11	g			4	%	
Dietary Fiber	1	g			4	%	
Total Sugars	9	g					
Added Sugars	1	g			2	%	
Protein	1	g					

Vitamin D	0	mcg			0	%	
Calcium	10	mg			0	%	
Iron	0	mg			0	%	
Potassium	209	mg			4	%

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Coconut Watermelon Zing

July 9, 2026 by dinnertonight

Stay cool and refreshed with Coconut Watermelon Zing—a delicious fusion of coconut water and watermelon flavor with a splash of lime. Perfect for workouts, warm days, or anytime you need a refreshing boost. 🌞💧

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Ingredients
  • 4 cups watermelon diced
  • 4 cups coconut water unsweetened
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Servings: 2 cup servings
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  1. In a pitcher of a blender add the watermelon, coconut water, lime juice and salt.
  2. Blend until combined and enjoy
  3. Keep in refrigerator for up to 48 hours. Note: this drink will separate – shake or mix to combine before serving.
  4. Note: This hydration drink can be strained if you prefer a drink with a smoother texture
Recipe Notes

Coconut Watermelon Zing Nutrition Facts Serving size 2 cups (408g) servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 90 % Daily Value Total Fat 0 g 0 % Saturated Fat 0 g 0 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0 % Sodium 360 mg 16 % Total Carbohydrate 23 g 8 % Dietary Fiber 1 g 4 % Total Sugars 19 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 1 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 29 mg 2 % Iron 0 mg 0 % Potassium 578 mg 10 %

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