Simply Iced Melon
Cool off with the ultimate summer refresher: Simply Iced Melon! This quick and easy melon drink combines the natural sweetness of ripe melon—be it cantaloupe, honeydew, or watermelon—with a zingy splash of fresh lime juice and a touch of honey or agave syrup for balanced flavor. Blended with ice cubes, it achieves a perfectly smooth, slushy-like texture that’s as hydrating as it is delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes and garnished with vibrant mint leaves, this no-cook recipe is a healthy and refreshing treat for any warm day. Perfect for parties, brunches, or solo sipping, Simply Iced Melon is your new go-to summer beverage!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole ripe melon (cantaloupe, honeydew, or watermelon)
- 1 whole lime
- 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 6 leaves mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Start by washing the exterior of the melon and lime to ensure they're clean.
2. Cut the melon in half and scoop out the seeds using a spoon. Slice off the rind, then cut the melon flesh into medium-sized chunks.
3. Place the melon chunks into a blender or food processor.
4. Squeeze the juice of the lime into the blender over the melon pieces.
5. Add the honey or agave syrup to the blender for a hint of sweetness. Adjust the quantity depending on the sweetness of the melon.
6. Add the ice cubes to the blender to give the mixture a refreshing chill.
7. Blend the mixture on high until it becomes a smooth and icy texture. If the mixture is too thick, you can add a splash of water to adjust the consistency.
8. Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness or acidity with additional honey or lime juice, if desired.
9. Pour the iced melon mixture into glasses, garnish with fresh mint leaves if using, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
598 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.1 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 24 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 153.9 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 127.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 139 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1760 mg | 37% | |
*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.
