Cherry Coconut Slushie

A variety of ices can be found at roadside stalls in Indonesia to quench the thirst. Try this refreshing slushie when the temperature soars.

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Serves 4 (Makes 4 cups/1 L)

2 cups (500 mL) Ontario Sweet Cherries, pitted

3/4 cup (175 mL) coconut milk

1/4 cup (50 mL) Ontario Honey  (or to taste)

2 tbsp (25 mL) fresh lime juice

1 tsp (5 mL) coconut extract

2 cups (500 mL) ice cubes (approx.)

In blender, place cherries, coconut milk, honey, lime juice, coconut extract and ice cubes; process on high speed until smooth. Add more ice cubes if necessary for desired consistency. Serve immediately.

Tip: When cherries are at their peak, make batches of the recipe and freeze in single-servings. Let stand at room temperature for 1 hour or until desired consistency.

Nutritional Information:

1 Serving

PROTEIN: 1 gram

FAT: 6 grams

CARBOHYDRATE: 30 grams

CALORIES: 178

FIBRE: 1 gram

SODIUM: 6 mg

– Printed with permission from Foodland Ontario