Watermelon Dash
Quench your thirst with the ultimate summertime refresher: the Watermelon Dash! This vibrant, hydrating drink combines the natural sweetness of fresh watermelon with a zesty kick of lime juice and the cool crispness of mint leaves. Lightly sweetened with a touch of honey (optional) and topped with sparkling water for a delightful fizz, it’s the perfect balance of refreshing and invigorating. Quick to make in just 10 minutes, this chilled beverage is served over ice for maximum cooling power, making it ideal for hot days or any gathering that calls for a flavorful, non-alcoholic sip. Strain it to silky perfection and garnish with a sprig of mint or a playful watermelon wedge for a presentation as stunning as its taste. Whether you're hosting a summer brunch or just relaxing poolside, Watermelon Dash is your go-to recipe for effortless refreshment! Keywords: watermelon drink, summer refresher, mint lime cooler, sparkling watermelon juice.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups (cubed) Fresh watermelon
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 6 leaves (plus extra for garnish) Mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon (optional) Honey
- 1 cup Water
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 cup Sparkling water (optional)
Instructions
1. Add 4 cups of cubed fresh watermelon, 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice, 6 mint leaves, 1 cup of water, and 1 tablespoon of honey (if using) into a blender.
2. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
3. Place a fine-mesh sieve over a large bowl and strain the watermelon mixture to remove any pulp. Press gently with a spatula to extract as much liquid as possible.
4. Fill two glasses with 1 cup of ice cubes each.
5. Pour the strained watermelon juice evenly into the glasses until they are three-quarters full.
6. Top up each glass with sparkling water for some fizz, if desired.
7. Garnish with additional mint leaves and a small wedge of watermelon on the rim of each glass.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your Watermelon Dash!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
195 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 512 mg | 11% | |
*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.
