Coconut water is so much more than a basic beverage.

Coconut water became a health food craze a few years back, and even though it’s not longer in the nightly news, hopefully it’s still a part of your diet in some way.

Research on the slightly sweet, nutty-flavored liquid is encouraging. It’s said to have antioxidant properties, defend against diabetes and kidney stones, lower blood pressure and provide a perfect hydration blend of potassium, magnesium and sodium if consumed after prolonged exercise.

Try these recipes for new ways to use your favorite coconut water. We all know it’s delicious on its own, but it’s fun to find new ways to incorporate the naturally sweet drink in your diet.

QUICK COCONUT & CHIA SEED PUDDING

The Healthy Foodie

PINEAPPLE, LIME COCONUT WATER

Cutefetti

COCONUT LAVENDER LEMONADE RECIPE

Confectionalism

Coconut Sorbet

House of Yumm

Coconut Water & Fresh Blackberry Gelatin

Farm Girl Gourmet

Cucumber Noodles with Coconut Lime Cumin Dressing

Rawmazing

DEATH BY CHOCOLATE BLENDER BROWNIES

Delicious Obsessions

COCONUT LATTE OVERNIGHT OATS

Fit Foodie Finds

Grilled Lime Salmon with Avocado-Mango Salsa and Coconut Rice

Cooking Classy

Raw Coconut Wraps

Coconut Mama

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Meghan is a full-time writer exploring the fun facts behind food. She lives a healthy lifestyle but lives for breakfast, dessert and anything with marinara. She’s thrown away just as many meals as she’s proud of.