Refreshing Summer Watermelon Drink (Printable)

A refreshing watermelon slushie for summer days.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 5 cups seedless watermelon, cubed and frozen
02 - 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4-5 lemons)
03 - 1 cup cold water
04 - 1 cup ice cubes

→ Optional Additions

05 - 10-12 fresh mint leaves (for garnish or blending)
06 - Lemon slices or watermelon wedges, for garnish

# How to Make It:

01 - Place the frozen watermelon cubes, fresh lemon juice, cold water, and ice cubes in a high-powered blender.
02 - Blend until smooth and slushy. If the mixture is too thick, add a bit more water, a tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
03 - Taste and adjust for tartness—add a few extra watermelon cubes for more sweetness, if needed.
04 - Pour into glasses. Garnish with mint leaves and lemon slices, if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • This slushie is the perfect healthy treat, satisfying your sweet cravings without guilt.
  • It's a breeze to whip up and you can customize it to your liking with simple ingredients.
02 -
  • Be sure to use seedless watermelon; the last thing you want is to be spitting out seeds!
  • Freezing your serving glasses beforehand will give an even cooler experience—trust me, it’s worth the wait!
03 -
  • Freeze watermelon the night before for maximum convenience.
  • To really elevate the slushie for adults, consider adding a splash of vodka for a cool summer cocktail.
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