Description
A refreshing and energizing drink made with sweet watermelon and a hint of lime, perfect for hot summer days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups watermelon, cubed and seeded
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1–2 tablespoons sugar (optional, adjust to taste)
- 1 cup ice
- Mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Begin by cubing and seeding the watermelon. Make sure to measure out about four cups for a refreshing slushie.
- In a blender, combine the cubed watermelon with the lime juice and sugar, if using.
- Blend the mixture until completely smooth.
- Add the ice to the mixture and blend again until slushy consistency is achieved.
- Taste the slushie and adjust sweetness if necessary.
- Pour the slushie into glasses and garnish with mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Choose ripe watermelon for the best flavor. Can be made ahead by freezing watermelon cubes. Add a splash of rum for an adult beverage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 65
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg