Watermelon Dash

Quench your thirst with the ultimate summertime refresher: the Watermelon Dash! This vibrant, hydrating drink combines the natural sweetness of fresh watermelon with a zesty kick of lime juice and the cool crispness of mint leaves. Lightly sweetened with a touch of honey (optional) and topped with sparkling water for a delightful fizz, it’s the perfect balance of refreshing and invigorating. Quick to make in just 10 minutes, this chilled beverage is served over ice for maximum cooling power, making it ideal for hot days or any gathering that calls for a flavorful, non-alcoholic sip. Strain it to silky perfection and garnish with a sprig of mint or a playful watermelon wedge for a presentation as stunning as its taste. Whether you're hosting a summer brunch or just relaxing poolside, Watermelon Dash is your go-to recipe for effortless refreshment! Keywords: watermelon drink, summer refresher, mint lime cooler, sparkling watermelon juice.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 cups (cubed) Fresh watermelon
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 6 leaves (plus extra for garnish) Mint leaves
• 1 tablespoon (optional) Honey
• 1 cup Water
• 1 cup Ice cubes
• 1 cup Sparkling water (optional)

Directions

Step 1

1. Add 4 cups of cubed fresh watermelon, 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice, 6 mint leaves, 1 cup of water, and 1 tablespoon of honey (if using) into a blender.

Step 2

2. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

Step 3

3. Place a fine-mesh sieve over a large bowl and strain the watermelon mixture to remove any pulp. Press gently with a spatula to extract as much liquid as possible.

Step 4

4. Fill two glasses with 1 cup of ice cubes each.

Step 5

5. Pour the strained watermelon juice evenly into the glasses until they are three-quarters full.

Step 6

6. Top up each glass with sparkling water for some fizz, if desired.

Step 7

7. Garnish with additional mint leaves and a small wedge of watermelon on the rim of each glass.

Step 8

8. Serve immediately and enjoy your Watermelon Dash!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1178.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	195.1

Total Fat 0.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 14.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 42.8g
Protein 2.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 59.4mg	0%
Iron 1.5mg	0%
Potassium 511.6mg	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: 2.5%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 92.6%