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Ingredients
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Base liquid
Protein & flavor
Aroma & garnish
Method
Prepare ingredients
- 1
Measure and chill
Measure 1.5 cups cold water and 0.5 cup chilled unsweetened coconut water. Place 6 ice pieces in the serving glass so the drink will be chilled on assembly.
- 2
If using whey or plant protein powder in a scoop rather than measured grams, weigh 5 g on a kitchen scale (a scant 1 teaspoon, depending on powder). Measure lemon and lime juice and set out stevia and garnishes.
Mixing
- 3
In a shaker bottle or blender cup combine the cold water and coconut water. Add the 5 g protein powder to the liquid.
- 4
Add 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice and 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice to the shaker. Add 2 drops liquid stevia (or 1/2 teaspoon honey/agave) to sweeten lightly.
- 5
Seal the shaker or place the blender lid on and shake vigorously for 20–30 seconds (or blend on low for 5–8 seconds) until the protein is fully dissolved and the mixture is slightly frothy with no lumps.
Finish & serve
- 6
Lightly bruise the 4 mint leaves by clapping them between your palms or gently pressing with a spoon to release aroma; add them to the chilled serving glass with the ice and 3 cucumber slices.
- 7
Pour the shaken protein-coconut mixture over the ice, mint, and cucumber. Stir gently to combine and chill further.
- 8
Garnish with an extra mint sprig or a thin lemon wheel if desired. Serve immediately.