This refreshing and creamy beverage is a protein-packed twist on the classic Brazilian Lemonade (Limonada Suíça). While traditional recipes call for whole limes, sweetened condensed milk, sugar, and water, this macro-friendly version uses a clever combination of ingredients to deliver that same creamy lime flavor with a boost of protein and no added sugar. This recipe makes one large, satisfying serving.
Ingredients
For the Protein Base:
1 scoop (approx. 30g) Vanilla Protein Powder (whey isolate or a high-quality plant-based blend works best)
½ cup Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk or Cashew Milk
For the Lime & Coconut Flavor:
1 medium Lime
2 tablespoons Unsweetened Coconut Cream (the thick part from a can of full-fat coconut milk)
1 tablespoon Granulated Erythritol or Stevia (or your preferred zero-calorie sweetener, adjust to taste)
1 ½ cups Cold Water
For Garnish & Assembly:
2 cups Ice Cubes
Optional: Fresh mint leaves, lime slices, unsweetened coconut flakes
Equipment
High-speed blender
Instructions
Prepare the Lime: This is the key to classic Brazilian Lemonade! Thoroughly wash the lime. Cut off the stems. Slice the lime into quarters or eighths. Leave the peel on—it provides essential oil and that signature zesty flavor.
Tip for less bitterness: If you are sensitive to bitterness, you can carefully cut out the white pithy center from each lime wedge before blending.
Combine & Pulse: Add the lime pieces, cold water, coconut cream, and sweetener to the blender.
Create the Base (The "Limade"): Pulse the blender 5-8 times for about 1-2 seconds each time. Do not blend continuously. You want to extract the lime juice and oil from the peel, not pulverize the peel into a pulp.
Strain: Pour the pulsed mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl or pitcher. Press down on the pulp with a spoon to get every bit of juice. Discard the leftover lime pulp. You now have a concentrated, flavorful lime base.
Finish the Drink: Rinse out your blender. Pour the strained lime base back into the blender. Add the protein powder, almond milk, and ice cubes.
Blend Until Frothy: Blend on high speed for 30-60 seconds, until the mixture is completely smooth, creamy, and creates a nice frothy head.
Serve & Garnish: Pour immediately into a large glass. Garnish with a fresh lime slice, a few mint leaves, and a sprinkle of coconut flakes if desired. Enjoy your protein-powered, tropical treat!
Nutritional Profile (Estimated)
Calories: ~180-220 (depending on protein powder)
Protein: ~25-28g
Carbs: ~6-10g (primarily from lime juice; subtract erythritol/stevia if calculating net carbs)
Fat: ~5-8g (primarily from coconut cream)
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