Cantaloupe Liquado
Quench your thirst with this refreshing and creamy Cantaloupe Licuado—a classic Latin American melon smoothie that’s as delicious as it is simple to make! This quick 10-minute recipe combines fresh, juicy cantaloupe with a blend of milk, water, and a hint of vanilla extract for a silky-smooth texture. Lightly sweetened and blended with ice, this chilled beverage is perfect for hot summer days or as a healthy, family-friendly treat any time of year. Packed with natural fruit flavor and effortless to prepare, this cantaloupe smoothie is a delightful blend of hydration and indulgence you’ll want to sip again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium (about 2.5 pounds) cantaloupe
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup water
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 pieces ice cubes
Instructions
Slice the cantaloupe in half and remove the seeds using a spoon.
Use a sharp knife to peel the cantaloupe, then chop the flesh into small chunks.
In a blender, combine the cantaloupe chunks, milk, water, sugar, and vanilla extract.
Blend until smooth and creamy, about 30-60 seconds. Adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if desired.
Add the ice cubes to the blender and pulse until the mixture is frothy and well chilled.
Pour the cantaloupe licuado into glasses and serve immediately for maximum freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
848 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.6 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 538 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 154.3 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 151.4 g | ||
| Protein | 25.6 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 727 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 2551 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
