Pink, cooling, and a little more useful than a popsicle usually gets to be. Dragon fruit brings a genuine dose of prebiotic fiber along with its striking color, coconut milk adds richness and a bit of healthy fat, and lime cuts through both with some sharpness. Blend it, freeze it, forget about it for a few hours. Summer snack, quietly working for your gut the whole time. If you like frozen treats like this, our coconut kefir berry popsicles take a similar approach with a probiotic twist. And since a popsicle still counts as dessert, our piece on why when you eat dessert changes its impact is worth a look.
Ingredients
- 1 dragon fruit, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup coconut milk
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
- Blend dragon fruit, coconut milk, lime juice, and honey until smooth.
- Pour into popsicle molds and freeze for at least 4 hours or until fully set.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Calories | 95 |
| Total fat | 6g |
| Total carbohydrates | 11g |
| Dietary fiber | 2g |
| Protein | 1g |
| Sodium | 8mg |
Why This Is Good for Your Gut
Dragon fruit contains oligosaccharides, a prebiotic fiber shown to promote the growth of beneficial bacteria such as Bifidobacteria and Lactobacillus in the colon. Its small edible seeds also add a bit of insoluble fiber to support regularity. Coconut milk contributes medium-chain triglycerides, a type of fat that's more easily digested and less likely to disrupt gut balance than longer-chain fats.
Freezer does most of the work. Your gut bacteria do the rest.
This recipe is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional dietary advice.
