{"id":4674,"date":"2011-01-26T18:35:26","date_gmt":"2011-01-27T02:35:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shescookin.com\/?p=4674"},"modified":"2018-05-20T20:39:55","modified_gmt":"2018-05-21T03:39:55","slug":"coconut-milk-date-shake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shescookin.com\/coconut-milk-date-shake\/","title":{"rendered":"Coconut Milk Date Shake"},"content":{"rendered":"
<\/a>After eating, drinking and making a little too much merry, many of us start the new year with a clear-the-slate detox. A food-based detox begins by cutting out a lot of things we commonly eat: wheat, dairy, and meat, \u00a0and boosting our nutritional intake and digestive function by eating several small meals a day that are rich in fruits, vegetables, and grains. A detox also means eliminating caffeine and alcohol – this is where my friends and I usually fail or fall short \ud83d\ude09 But my outlook is, if you fall off, just regroup and give it another shot – a healthy shot that is.<\/p>\n Last week I wrote about \u00a0The Healthy Pantry<\/a> and included a list of products to stock in your pantry so you can whip up healthy meals and snacks all year. Today, I’m sharing a simple recipe for a non-dairy Date Shake<\/span><\/strong><\/span> that will rock your world – or at least give you the energy required to face the day’s challenges head-on!<\/p>\n This shake contains not just one, but two, super foods<\/strong><\/span>. Dates are packed with nutrition and are a powerhouse of energy:\u00a0 one serving contains 31 grams of carbohydrates which makes them the perfect way to kick start your day or provide you with a healthy, energy boosting snack when you need an afternoon pick-me up. \u00a0 A serving of dates also contains 3 grams of dietary fiber and is an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants<\/a>; namely your B-complex vitamins, potassium and the highest concentration of polyphenols among dried fruits.<\/p>\n Coconut milk contains many vitamins, minerals and electrolytes that help boost the immune system. Coconuts are a dietary staple in many countries around the world and are used medicinally to protect the body against an array of internal and external ailments<\/a>. Coconut milk is a creamy \u00a0dairy-free alternative for those who are lactose intolerant or allergic to animal\u00a0milk. It’s also a vegan drink that is\u00a0soy-free, gluten-free and nut-free.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Cool and refreshing date shakes are a summer road trip treat in Southern California. Here, coconut milk puts a fun tropical twist on a thick and creamy shake to be savored with a spoon, not a straw. I find the chewiness of the date chunks more satisfying than drinking a smoothie – if you prefer a smoother texture, puree the dates with a \u00bd cup of water before making your shake. Either way, you’re treating your body to instant energy and a huge dose of nutrition \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n