Description
A refreshing and delightful Watermelon Smoothie perfect for hot summer days. This quick and easy recipe blends chilled watermelon with creamy Greek yogurt, fresh mint, lime juice, and a touch of natural sweetness, resulting in a hydrating, flavorful drink that’s both healthy and delicious.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups cubed seedless watermelon, chilled
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, packed
- 1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup water or coconut water
Optional Ingredients
- A pinch of sea salt
- Ice cubes
- Watermelon wedges and mint sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the cubed watermelon, Greek yogurt, mint leaves, lime juice, honey (or maple syrup), and water (or coconut water) into your blender to prepare for blending.
- Blend on Low Speed: Start blending on a low speed to gradually mix the ingredients, ensuring everything begins to combine smoothly.
- Increase Speed: Gradually increase the blender speed to high and blend for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is completely smooth and uniform in texture.
- Check Consistency: Assess the smoothie’s thickness; if it’s too thick, add more water or coconut water one tablespoon at a time and blend again. If too thin, add ice cubes to thicken and blend again.
- Taste and Adjust: Sample the smoothie and adjust sweetness with additional honey or maple syrup, add more lime juice for tang, or a pinch of sea salt to bring out deeper flavors.
- Add Ice (Optional): For a colder and thicker texture, add ice cubes and blend briefly once more.
- Pour into Glasses: Pour the prepared watermelon smoothie into serving glasses with care.
- Garnish (Optional): Add a watermelon wedge and a fresh mint sprig to each glass for an appealing presentation.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the smoothie right away to enjoy the freshest taste and optimal chill.
Notes
- Use ripe, sweet watermelon for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- Adjust sweetness to your preference using honey, maple syrup, or skip for a lighter drink.
- The smoothie is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours; stir well before serving.
- Substitute Greek yogurt with a dairy-free yogurt for a vegan-friendly option.
- Adding mint enhances the refreshing quality but can be omitted if preferred.
- Use coconut water instead of plain water for an extra hydrating boost and subtle tropical flavor.
