Watermelon Strawberry Mint Smoothie (Printable Version)
A quick, revitalizing blend of watermelon, strawberries, and mint for instant summer hydration.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fruits
01 - 2 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
02 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
→ Fresh Herbs
03 - 8 fresh mint leaves
→ Liquids
04 - 1/2 cup coconut water or plain water
→ Optional Add-Ins
05 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
06 - 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup, to taste
→ Ice
07 - 1 cup ice cubes
# How to Make It:
01 - Place watermelon chunks, strawberries, fresh mint leaves, and coconut water into the blender container.
02 - Pour in lime juice and sweetener if using, adding directly to the blender.
03 - Top with ice cubes to chill and thicken the smoothie.
04 - Process on high speed until completely smooth and frothy, approximately 45 to 60 seconds.
05 - Taste the mixture and add additional mint leaves or sweetener as desired.
06 - Pour into chilled glasses and optionally garnish with fresh mint or strawberry slices.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It comes together in literally five minutes, which matters when youre melting
- The natural sweetness means you can skip added sugar entirely
- Coconut water adds electrolytes without making it taste like a sports drink
02 -
- Over-blending mint can make it bitter, so pulse just enough to incorporate it
- Frozen fruit creates a creamy texture that tricks people into thinking there is dairy
03 -
- Chill your glasses in the freezer for ten minutes while you blend
- Use overripe strawberries, they blend better than firm ones