Almond Free Cucumber-Basil Watermelon Electrolyte Drink
This blended drink is the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat all summer long — cool, lightly sweet, and genuinely refreshing in a way that store-bought sports drinks just can't touch. Watermelon and cucumber do the heavy lifting here, delivering natural hydration and electrolytes alongside a bright hit of lime and fragrant fresh basil. A pinch of sea salt ties everything together and helps your body actually absorb all that goodness, making this far more functional than it looks. The whole thing comes together in a blender and takes just minutes, with a quick strain through a fine-mesh sieve giving you a silky-smooth, pulp-free result. A touch of raw honey is completely optional, so you can dial the sweetness up or down depending on how ripe your watermelon is. For anyone navigating tree nut concerns, this recipe is naturally free of any nut-based ingredients — just clean, whole-food produce and pantry staples you can feel confident about. Serve it immediately over ice with a sprig of basil and a lime wedge for a drink that looks as good as it tastes.
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2 servings
- 3 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup english cucumber, peeled and roughly chopped
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tsp raw honey (optional)
- ½ cup cold water
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- fresh basil sprigs, for serving (optional)
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the watermelon cubes, cucumber, basil leaves, lime juice, sea salt, honey (if using), and cold water to a blender.
- 2
Blend on high speed until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
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