Description
Cool off with this refreshing Watermelon Slushie recipe that’s perfect for hot summer days. Made with frozen watermelon, fresh lime juice, and a hint of mint, this slushie is both hydrating and delicious.
Ingredients
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Frozen Watermelon Cubes:
- 10 cups Seedless Watermelon Cubes, frozen for at least 24 hours
Slushie Base:
- 2-4 tbsp Maple Syrup*
- Juice of 1 large Lime
- 1 1/2 cup Filtered Water
- 1/4 cup Fresh Mint or Basil leaves, loosely packed (Optional)
Instructions
- Defrost Watermelon: Let the Frozen Watermelon chunks sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes.
- Blend Ingredients: Add Watermelon, Maple Syrup, Lime Juice, Mint, and Water to a high-speed blender. Pulse and blend until smooth.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste and adjust Maple Syrup as needed. Add more water if desired consistency isn’t reached.
- Serve: Divide into glasses and enjoy!
Notes
- If you do not have a blender with a tamper, use a Food Processor instead.
- Adjust Maple Syrup based on watermelon sweetness, starting with 2 tbsp and increasing gradually.
- Substitute Maple Syrup for any other sweetener of choice.
- For a fizzy alternative, use flavored Sparkling Water instead of Filtered Water.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg