Celery Free Cucumber-Basil Watermelon Electrolyte Drink
This blended drink is the kind of thing you make once on a hot afternoon and then find yourself craving all summer long. Juicy watermelon and cool cucumber come together with fresh basil and a bright hit of lime for a flavor combination that feels both refreshing and a little unexpected. A pinch of sea salt and optional raw honey round everything out, giving it that subtle electrolyte balance that makes it genuinely hydrating rather than just sweet. The whole thing goes through a fine-mesh strainer, so what ends up in your glass is silky smooth and beautifully vibrant. It comes together in under five minutes with nothing more than a blender and a handful of fresh ingredients — no powders, no additives, no mystery. Garnish with a sprig of basil and a lime wedge if you want it to look 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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