Ingredients
4 cups cubed seedless watermelon, frozen (or chilled with 1 cup ice)
1/2 small lime, juiced (about 1 tablespoon)
5-6 fresh mint leaves (optional)
1/4 cup cold water or coconut water (adjust for desired consistency)
Optional: 1-2 teaspoons honey or agave nectar (if watermelon isn't sweet enough)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare your watermelon. If you haven't already, cut your seedless watermelon into 1-inch cubes. For the best, thickest, and coldest watermelon smoothie recipe, freeze these cubes for at least 2-4 hours, or overnight, until solid.
Step 2: Combine ingredients in a blender. Add the frozen watermelon cubes, freshly squeezed lime juice, mint leaves (if using), and 1/4 cup of cold water or coconut water to a high-speed blender.
Step 3: Blend until smooth. Start blending on a low speed, then gradually increase to high. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. If the watermelon smoothie recipe is too thick, add more water or coconut water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency. If your watermelon wasn't very sweet, now is the time to add optional honey or agave nectar.
Step 4: Taste and adjust. Give your watermelon smoothie recipe a quick taste. Adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more lime juice or sweetener if needed.
Step 5: Serve immediately. Pour the freshly blended watermelon smoothie recipe into chilled glasses. Garnish with an extra mint sprig or a lime wedge, if desired, and enjoy this perfect summer treat without delay!
Notes
For the best flavor and consistency, always use ripe, seedless watermelon. Freezing the watermelon chunks beforehand eliminates the need for ice, resulting in a richer, undiluted flavor. Adjust liquid to achieve your desired thickness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Snacks & Holiday Treats
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 12 oz)
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 0.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg