"...the coconut is relatively low in protein...it provides calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, iodine and many trace minerals. The coconut contains up to 60 % fat, and this fat is 92% saturated. But this is no reason to avoid coconut products. The principle fatty acid in coconut milk, lauric acid, is a medium chain 12-carbon saturated fatty acid that has potent antiviral, antifungal and antimicrobial properties." Nourishing Traditions pg. 159
We incorporate coconut milk in soups, sauces, broths, and smoothies. Our favorite use for coconut oil is in our popcorn! If you have a favorite recipe using coconut milk or oil, please let us know...we'd love to try it!
Pina Colada Smoothie (thanks, Shane)
3/4 c. coconut milk
1/4 c. orange juice
1 banana (fresh or frozen)
3 dates
small handful raw walnuts
Blend til smooth.
3 comments:
Yum! Coconuts are one of our favorite treats around here. My children beg more for those than for candy, when we're at the store :).
They are very filling as well. If we are on the run and need something to tide us over for a while, a chunk o' coconut will do it!
Sounds good!
We use coconut oil for our popcorn too...it is really delicious. It gives it a nice taste!
Elizabeth
Hello! :)
My husband won a coconut at a local fair's coconut shy, and right now I have some macaroons baking in the oven. :)
Mara
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