Melon Punch
Quench your thirst with this vibrant and refreshing Melon Punch, a summer-perfect drink bursting with natural sweetness and citrusy zest! Featuring a trio of juicy melons—watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew—blended into a silky base, this fruit punch is elevated with tangy orange juice, zesty lime juice, and a touch of honey for the perfect balance of flavors. The addition of fresh mint leaves infuses a cooling herbal aroma, while chilled club soda adds a delightful fizz for a sparkling finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook drink is ideal for hot afternoons, brunch gatherings, or backyard barbecues. Serve over ice and garnish with mint for a refreshing beverage that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups (cubed, seedless) Watermelon
- 2 cups (cubed) Cantaloupe
- 2 cups (cubed) Honeydew melon
- 2 cups Orange juice
- 0.25 cup Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 3 cups (chilled) Club soda
- 10 fresh leaves (plus more for garnish) Mint leaves
- 2 cups Ice cubes
Instructions
1. Add the watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew melon cubes to a blender. Blend until smooth, then strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large bowl or jug to remove the pulp.
2. In a small bowl, combine the orange juice, lime juice, and honey. Stir until the honey is fully dissolved.
3. Add the orange juice mixture to the strained melon juice and stir well to combine.
4. Lightly crush the mint leaves in your hands to release their aroma and add them into the punch.
5. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
6. Just before serving, add the chilled club soda to the melon punch and stir gently.
7. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the melon punch over the ice. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
849 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.7 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 414 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 203.3 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 174.9 g | ||
| Protein | 13.3 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 156 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 3250 mg | 69% | |
*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.
