Summer is in full swing, which means it’s hot hot hot outside! Frozen treats like ice cream and popsicles are popular ways to stay cool and refreshed in the summer heat, and for good reason— they’re delicious. It’s important to let yourself have a treat from time to time (we deserve it!), but it’s important to make sure that what we indulge in uplifts us instead of dragging us down.
Unfortunately, store-bought popsicles are so often full of excess sugar, fructose, and corn syrup. In other words, a fast track to a sugar crash. (No thank you!)
Instead, why not try a homemade frozen treat that hydrates and nourishes you while keeping you cool?
Healthy homemade Salty Cucumber Lime Coconut Popsicles are the ultimate summer treat! Straight out of the freezer, these refreshing green goodies will cool you down and quench your thirst. This recipe is a perfect blend of tangy citrus, invigorating lime, cooling cucumber and hydrating coconut water, designed to replenish your body and revitalize your spirit during the hottest days.
I used one of my favorite hydration multipliers, LMNT Citrus Electrolyte Salt, to make these summer treats deliciously refreshing. Made with a balanced combination of sodium, potassium, and magnesium, LMNT Electrolyte Citrus Salt is the perfect complement to our popsicles. These essential electrolytes will further support your hydration needs, ensuring you stay properly nourished and energized during the summer heat.
Even better, these popsicles are something the whole family will enjoy. They’re super simple to make too. :)
Jump to Recipe
Cooling Cucumbers
Cucumbers are one of the best foods since they have such a high water content. This makes them super hydrating and perfect for summer! Besides water, cucumbers are also made up of B vitamins and vitamin C. Other key nutrients cucumbers contain are potassium, calcium, iron, and magnesium.
Often in these warmer months our bodies can overheat and retain water, so it is a great idea to keep snacks like these popsicles on hand. They help keep you cool and hydrated while boosting your nutrients and balancing your electrolytes.
And even cooler to note, cucumbers can help prevent dull skin on your body. The phytochemicals in cucumbers cause the collagen in your outer skin later to tighten up, meaning cucumbers can actually reduce the visibility of cellulite! How cool is that!?! Maybe next time you are going to a pool party, think about bringing these treats along. And feel cool as a cucumber rocking that cute bikini of yours, while knowing your popsicle is working some beauty magic! :)
Sour Limes
I often hear a common question about limes… “Are limes just an unripe lemon?” I can understand why some people might think this, but the answer is no. Limes are not the unripe sister of a lemon. Limes are actually their own fruit completely, though they do have very similar qualities to lemons.
You know how much I love my lemons, Beauty. Yet just like those yellow-fellows, limes have a special place in my heart too.
Limes aren’t just a tangy addition to your popsicles. They have loads of vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that is vital for healthy skin, as well as beneficial enzymes and cleansing properties that support a healthy gut. They are filled with antioxidants helping to fight off free radical damage and boost your beauty. And they are a great source of dietary fiber!
Just don’t try to eat limes in one sitting. They can be tart and sour which will really mess with your taste buds after a while.
Tame the Summer Heat with a Refreshing Treat
Summer is the perfect season for frozen treats. And while store-bought treats can help keep you cool, they’re not so kind to the rest of your body.
So as you slowly savor your Salty Cucumber Lime Coconut Popsicles, think about all the benefits you are granting yourself. Not only are you cooling off with a healthy treat, but also you are boosting your body with amazing health benefits. And you are doing this all while avoiding excess sugar. :) Good job, Beauty!
I hope you enjoy my Salty Cucumber Lime Coconut Popsicles all season long. Be sure to make extra batches and share with your friends. They will thank you for the delightful homemade goody! Don’t forget to pin the image up top to your Pinterest board. And as always, tag me in your Instagram creations so I can see all the yummy treats you are making.
Lots of Love Beauty,
Salty Cucumber Lime Coconut Popsicles
Ingredients
- 2 English cucumbers (peeled and deseeded)
- ¼ cup coconut water
- ¼ cup lime juice (about 2 large limes)
- ½ packet LMNT Electrolyte citrus packet
- 2 Tbs. coconut nectar
Instructions
- Prepare all your ingredients. Place all ingredients into your blender and puree.
- Pour the mixture through a fine mesh bag into a bowl, squeezing as much juice from the excess pulp as possible.
- Evenly divide the juice into popsicle molds. Insert popsicle sticks and place into freezer for 4 hours before enjoying.
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was on Instagram!
More Refreshing Summer Treat Recipes!
When it comes to healthy frozen treats, the sky’s the limit with all the delicious flavor combinations you can enjoy. Here are 5 more of my favorite frozen treats, perfect for summer that won’t leave you with a sugar crash. :)
- Blissed Out Fudge Pops
- Raspberry Banana Acai Nicecream
- Chocolate Sprouted Shake
- Creamy Pineapple Ice Cream
- End Of Summer Acai Fruit Popsicles
0 Comments