Description
A refreshing blended drink made from frozen watermelon, maple syrup, and fresh lime. This no-cook recipe creates a smooth, cold slushie perfect for summer hydration. Customize sweetness and herb flavors for a restaurant-quality treat in minutes.
Ingredients
Seedless Watermelon Cubes (Frozen), 10 cups
Maple Syrup, 2–4 tbsp
Lime Juice, 1 large lime
Filtered Water, 1 1/2 cups
Fresh Herbs (Mint or Basil), 1/4 cup
Instructions
Let frozen watermelon cubes sit at room temperature 5–10 minutes
Add watermelon to a medium mixing bowl
Add 2 tablespoons maple syrup and lime juice from 1 large lime
Add 1/2 cup chopped fresh herbs and 1 1/2 cups filtered water
Transfer mixture to a high-speed blender
Pulse to break up chunks, then blend until smooth and slushy
Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more maple syrup
For thinner slush, add more water
Divide slush equally into four glasses
Optionally top with fresh lime slices
Serve immediately
Notes
Freeze watermelon in small cubes for even freezing
Use dark amber maple syrup for bolder flavor
Let slush rest 5 minutes in fridge before serving
Substitute lemon juice for lime if preferred
Adjust herbal garnish based on seasonal availability
- Prep Time: 10
- Category: drinks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: North American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (8 oz)
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg