Watermelon Smoothie
Cool off with this refreshing and ultra-hydrating watermelon smoothie, a vibrant blend of juicy seedless watermelon, creamy Greek yogurt, and a splash of zesty lime juice. Simple to make in just 10 minutes, this smoothie is perfect for summer mornings or a quick post-workout treat. Lightly sweetened with honey for a natural touch and served frosty with ice cubes, it delivers the perfect balance of fruity freshness and creamy indulgence. Add a garnish of mint leaves for an invigorating finish or enjoy it as-is for a burst of pure hydration. Packed with flavor and nutrients, this easy smoothie recipe is the ultimate solution for staying cool during hot days.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups (cubed) seedless watermelon
- 0.5 cups Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 6 pieces ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for sweetness)
- 3 pieces mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Start by preparing the watermelon. Remove the rind and cut the watermelon into small cubes. Ensure you measure 4 cups of cubed seedless watermelon.
Add the watermelon cubes to a blender.
Add 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt to the blender. You can use plain or vanilla yogurt depending on your preference.
Add 6 ice cubes to the blender for a frosty texture.
Add 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lime juice to enhance the flavor.
If you prefer a sweeter smoothie, add 1 tablespoon of honey at this stage.
Blend all the ingredients together on high speed until smooth and creamy.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more honey.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
332 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.4 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 50 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.1 g | ||
| Protein | 11.8 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 135 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 835 mg | 18% | |
*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.
