Chestnut Free Cucumber-Basil Watermelon Electrolyte Drink
Juicy watermelon, cool cucumber, and fragrant fresh basil come together in a blender to create a drink that tastes like summer in a glass. The natural sugars and electrolytes from the watermelon and a pinch of sea salt make this a genuinely refreshing way to rehydrate, no powder packets or store-bought sports drinks required. A squeeze of fresh lime brightens everything up, while the optional drizzle of raw honey adds just enough sweetness to round out the flavors without overpowering the herbs. The whole thing gets strained smooth, so you end up with a silky, vibrant drink rather than a chunky smoothie. Every single ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there's no label-reading stress or cross-contact worry to navigate. It comes together in just a few minutes and looks stunning served over ice with a sprig of basil and a wedge of lime on the rim. This is the kind of drink you'll want to make on repeat all season long.
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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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