Summer Watermelon Cooler
Quench your thirst with the ultimate summer refreshment: the Summer Watermelon Cooler! Bursting with the natural sweetness of juicy seedless watermelon, this vibrant drink is elevated with a splash of tangy fresh lime juice, a hint of honey for added sweetness, and the cooling aroma of fresh mint leaves. Blended to perfection and customizable with still or sparkling water, this quick and easy recipe takes just 10 minutes to prepare, making it the ideal drink for sunny days and backyard gatherings. Serve over ice, garnished with mint sprigs and lime slices, for a refreshing presentation that’s as delightful as the taste. Whether you're hosting a summer soirée or simply sipping solo, this hydrating watermelon cooler is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Seedless watermelon
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey (optional, for sweetness)
- 8 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup Cold water or sparkling water
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 4 sprigs Fresh mint (for garnish)
- 4 slices Lime slices (for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the seedless watermelon into chunks and measure 4 cups of the fruit.
In a blender, combine the watermelon chunks, fresh lime juice, honey (if desired), and mint leaves. Blend until smooth.
If you prefer a smoother drink, pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove any pulp.
Add 1 cup of cold water or sparkling water to the pitcher and stir to combine.
Fill four glasses with ice cubes.
Pour the watermelon cooler into the prepared glasses, leaving a little space for garnish.
Garnish each glass with a fresh mint sprig and a lime slice.
Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing beverage!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
262 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.9 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.2 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 774 mg | 16% | |
*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.
