Hazelnut 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 no store-bought sports drink can match. Watermelon and cucumber do the heavy lifting here, delivering natural hydration along with a pinch of sea salt that quietly replaces what you lose when you sweat. Fresh basil adds an herby brightness that makes the whole thing feel a little fancy without any extra effort. A squeeze of lime ties it all together with just enough tartness to keep every sip interesting. The blending and straining process takes only a few minutes, and the result is a silky, pulp-free drink that looks gorgeous in the glass. Because every ingredient is whole and straightforward, you never have to second-guess what's in it — no flavoring blends, no hidden additives, just clean, real food. Garnish with a basil sprig and a lime wedge and it's practically begging to be photographed before you drink it.
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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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