In case you weren’t following along, a few weeks ago I participated in a recipe contest with coconut water, sponsored by VitaCoco. (I created 5 recipes, and added a bonus one below since it’s #WorkoutWednesday – a recovery smoothie!) While the winners of that still haven’t been announced, VitaCoco is generously offering one of my readers a free case of VitaCoco Pure, shipped right to your door! There are only 2 steps to enter:
- Comment on this blog entry below to tell me which of my 5 recipes you’ll try first
- “Like” the post on Facebook here
That’s it! A winner will be chosen at random from everyone who completes those two steps on Friday, April 24. So check out the recipes, listed below, and let your stomach be your guide: all are nutrient-dense, delicious, and warm-weather friendly!
Coconut Water Recipe Contest Submissions by WhyFoodWorks:
*Bonus recipe: Raspberry coconut recovery smoothie*
Ingredients:
- 1 c plain coconut water
- 1 banana
- 1/2 c greek yogurt
- 1/2 c raspberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 Tbsp chia seeds (optional)
Directions:
Blend. Drink within a half hour of your workout to help muscles repair and build; if you are trying to lose weight account for this as part of your total daily calories instead of in addition to! This is formulated to have the right amount of carbs and protein for a person who’s 150lbs, and does a combination of aerobic and strength building exercise for 1 hour. Learn more about recovery foods here!
Good luck!
Can’t wait to try the tropical pudding parfait!
I’m loving your blog so far. It’s so interesting to read a little bit about the science behind good nutrition. It makes me that much more motivated to eat healthy! Keep up the good work. 🙂
Thanks, yes, that’s exactly how I feel! Knowing why & how your body works is so important.
I’m planning on making the coconut cheesefake this weekend for a dinner party with some friends! Super excited to try it!!
Kirstin, TAKE A PIC of it please! I’m going to start an album of “fan recipes” – you can focus on the food, or take ones of people enjoying it!
Raspberry coconut recovery smoothie and Microwave coconut risotto 🙂
Woohoo! I’m going to try making some mint coconut italian ice! yummm
I recently just found your blog and love all of your ideas! I would definitely try the coconut cheesefake recipe first!! The raspberry coconut recovery smoothie also looks awesome too.
The mint coconut Italian ice sounds terrific! I’ll be trying that this weekend!
I’ve already made similar versions of the “cheesefake” and italian ice, so I’m looking forward to trying the microwave coconut risotto! It sounds really delicious – and easy!
I’m making coconut cheesefake first, (might change the name to coconut delight, for the unsuspecting family!)
I found your site when looking for healthy Italian ice recipes…I am looking forward to making your coconut mint Italian ice!
I think the Silky Green Gazpacho looks amazing. I can’t wait to try it!
I would love to try the Mint Coconut Italian Ice!!!
Oh the coconut cheesefake looks delish!
Hi there! YOU WON! Please email me at sarah@whyfoodworks.com with your address so I can have the VitaCoco people send you your case 🙂
Mmmmm, I think we’ll be in need of a great Italian ice recipe this summer. Can’t wait to experiment!
Smoothie!!!!!!
Coconut cheesecake!!
That coconut risotto looks amazing!!! Will definitely be trying that.
Coconut Cheesefake looks fabulous – can’t wait to try it!
I loved the coconut cheesefake. But I think I’ll try to make the risotto, since I haven’t tricked any loves ones into buying me a Ninja blender yet! 🙂
The tropical parfait looks appetizing! I make a recovery shake very similar to yours, so yummy and the coconut water just adds something interesting!
I think I am going to try the Coconut Pudding Parfait first. It looks so yummy…..my mouth is actually watering already! Thanks again!
I’m going to make the Silky Green Gazpacho for Alli’s Farm Party next weekend!
Sarah this blog is amazing, keep up the great work.
Mint coconut Italian ice!
Coconut Cheesefake. I read this on Monday and have been dreaming about it since.
Mint Coconut Italian Ice!!
Definitely the smoothie!
That Coconut Cheesefake looks pretty amazing!!
I am going to try the smoothie & the cheesecake. they sound wonderful for u. I love coconut anything….have a great day