Summer Watermelon Cooler

Quench your thirst with the ultimate summer refreshment: the Summer Watermelon Cooler! Bursting with the natural sweetness of juicy seedless watermelon, this vibrant drink is elevated with a splash of tangy fresh lime juice, a hint of honey for added sweetness, and the cooling aroma of fresh mint leaves. Blended to perfection and customizable with still or sparkling water, this quick and easy recipe takes just 10 minutes to prepare, making it the ideal drink for sunny days and backyard gatherings. Serve over ice, garnished with mint sprigs and lime slices, for a refreshing presentation that’s as delightful as the taste. Whether you're hosting a summer soirée or simply sipping solo, this hydrating watermelon cooler is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Seedless watermelon
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Honey (optional, for sweetness)
• 8 leaves Fresh mint leaves
• 1 cup Cold water or sparkling water
• 1 cup Ice cubes
• 4 sprigs Fresh mint (for garnish)
• 4 slices Lime slices (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the seedless watermelon into chunks and measure 4 cups of the fruit.

Step 2

In a blender, combine the watermelon chunks, fresh lime juice, honey (if desired), and mint leaves. Blend until smooth.

Step 3

If you prefer a smoother drink, pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove any pulp.

Step 4

Add 1 cup of cold water or sparkling water to the pitcher and stir to combine.

Step 5

Fill four glasses with ice cubes.

Step 6

Pour the watermelon cooler into the prepared glasses, leaving a little space for garnish.

Step 7

Garnish each glass with a fresh mint sprig and a lime slice.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing beverage!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1151g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	261.9

Total Fat 0.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 10.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 67.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g	0%
Total Sugars 55.5g
Protein 4.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 72.4mg	0%
Iron 2.6mg	0%
Potassium 774.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.8%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 91.3%