Coconut Lime Electrolyte Sports Drink

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Coconut Lime Electrolyte Sports Drink

This easy and delicious electrolyte sports drink recipe supports optimal hydration by replacing vital minerals and electrolytes.

I've aimed for a 6% solution, which is 6 grams of carbohydrates per 100ml of liquid. It's within the 6-8% recommended by the USADA for providing energy (and flavor).

It also contains the minimum amount of sodium and a whopping 391 mg of potassium. Makes approximately 24 ounces, and a serving is 8 ounces.

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings

Calories 56kcal

Author Heather Dessinger

Ingredients

2 cups unsweetened coconut water
⅓ cup lime juice
⅔ cup water
1½ tsp raw honey
⅛ tsp Himalayan pink salt

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a quart-size mason jar and stir until the salt is dissolved.

Notes

Additional recipe options:

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Like the recipe above, this electrolyte drink is a 6% solution that contains both sodium and potassium. Oh, and it's yummy.

Makes approximately 24 ounces, and a serving is 8 ounces.

Ingredients

2 cups water
¾ cup fresh orange juice
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
⅛ rounded tsp Himalayan pink salt
1 tbsp raw honey

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a quart-size mason jar and stir until the salt is dissolved and everything is well mixed.

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Makes approximately 32 ounces, and a serving is 8 ounces.

Ingredients

3½ cups water
½ cup fresh lemon juice
3 tbsp raw honey
¼ tsp salt

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a quart-size mason jar and stir until the salt is dissolved.

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Ingredients

2 cups unsweetened coconut water
¼ cup lime juice
½ cup water
⅛ tsp Himalayan pink salt
4 medium strawberries
1-2 tsp raw honey

Instructions

Place coconut water, lime juice, water, salt, strawberries and one teaspoon honey in a blender and set speed to high. Continue blending until the strawberries are fully incorporated. Taste and add more honey if desired. The top of the drink will have a bit of foam like a latte after blending - leave it or scoop it off depending on your preference.

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