Honeydew Coconut Frappes

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
18%
Honeydew Coconut Frappes
15 min.
6
174kcal

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Welcome to a refreshing escape on a hot day with our delightful Honeydew Coconut Frappes! This vibrant beverage is not only a feast for the eyes with its stunning green hue but also a tropical delight that will transport your taste buds straight to a sunny paradise. Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or simply enjoying in the comfort of your home, this drink is a beautiful blend of sweet honeydew melon, crisp cucumber, and aromatic mint.

Crafted with health in mind, this recipe is a fantastic choice for everyone, as it is vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. With just 15 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up a pitcher to serve six, making it an ideal option for entertaining friends or family. Each serving is low in calories, only 174, allowing you to indulge guilt-free in a tasty treat.

Imagine sipping on a cool, creamy frappe that blends the natural sweetness of honeydew with the refreshing crunch of cucumber and a zesty kick of lime. Topped off with a scoop of coconut sorbet, this drink is not just a beverage; it’s a delightful experience that combines flavors and textures in a satisfying way. Get your blender ready, and let’s dive into this invigorating recipe that showcases the perfect balance of sweetness and freshness!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 pound cucumber seedless peeled coarsely chopped (usually plastic-wrapped)
  • 0.3 cup mint leaves fresh
  • pound wedges honeydew melon ripe seeded cut into 1-inch chunks (8 cups)
  • cup ice cubes 
  • 0.5 cup juice of lime fresh
  • 0.7 cup raspberry sorbet 

Equipment

  • blender

Directions

  1. Purée about two thirds each of honeydew, cucumber, and lime juice in 2 batches in a blender until very smooth, transferring to a pitcher.
  2. Purée remaining honeydew, cucumber, and lime juice in blender until very smooth, then add ice and sorbet and blend until smooth.
  3. Add mint and a pinch of salt and pulse until mint is finely chopped. Stir into purée in pitcher.

Nutrition Facts

Calories174kcal
Protein6.09%
Fat3.36%
Carbs90.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
12.283478112324%

Flavonoids

Epigallocatechin
0.15mg
Epicatechin
0.04mg
Eriodictyol
1.02mg
Hesperetin
2mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Apigenin
0.1mg
Luteolin
0.24mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:173.81kcal
8.69%
Fat:0.72g
1.1%
Saturated Fat:0.17g
1.07%
Carbohydrates:43.32g
14.44%
Net Carbohydrates:39.43g
14.34%
Sugar:35.49g
39.43%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:84.49mg
3.67%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.92g
5.83%
Vitamin C:76.27mg
92.45%
Potassium:979.44mg
27.98%
Folate:79.94µg
19.99%
Vitamin K:20.38µg
19.41%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.27%
Fiber:3.89g
15.55%
Magnesium:48.68mg
12.17%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.04%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.63%
Vitamin B3:1.7mg
8.48%
Vitamin B5:0.76mg
7.64%
Vitamin A:338.26IU
6.77%
Copper:0.13mg
6.59%
Phosphorus:59.38mg
5.94%
Iron:0.91mg
5.08%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.24%
Selenium:2.84µg
4.05%
Calcium:40.31mg
4.03%
Zinc:0.49mg
3.3%
Source:Epicurious