Melon Smoothie
Refreshingly light and bursting with natural sweetness, this Melon Smoothie is the ultimate summer drink that blends ripe cantaloupe or honeydew melon with creamy yogurt, a splash of milk or plant-based alternative, and a hint of zesty lime juice. Perfectly chilled with ice cubes and naturally sweetened with optional honey, this smoothie is both hydrating and satisfyingly rich in flavor. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s the ideal quick and healthy breakfast, mid-day snack, or post-workout refresher. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a vibrant, aromatic touch, and enjoy this delightful combination of tropical flavors that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfect for melon enthusiasts, this smoothie recipe is a must-try for a wholesome, energizing treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (cubed) ripe cantaloupe (or honeydew melon)
- 1 cup plain yogurt (or Greek yogurt)
- 0.5 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative, like almond milk)
- 2 teaspoons honey (optional, for added sweetness)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 4 pieces ice cubes
- 2 leaves mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Place the cubed cantaloupe (or honeydew melon) into a blender.
Add the plain yogurt, milk (or dairy-free alternative), honey (if using), and lime juice.
Add the ice cubes to the blender for a chilled and frothy texture.
Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy, about 30–60 seconds.
Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more honey, if desired.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
417 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.6 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 238 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.7 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.6 g | ||
| Protein | 22.3 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 436 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 1866 mg | 40% | |
*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.
