Paraben Free Cucumber-Basil Watermelon Electrolyte Drink
Staying hydrated just got a serious upgrade with this blended, strained refresher that tastes like summer in a glass. Juicy watermelon and cool cucumber do the heavy lifting here, delivering natural electrolytes — sodium from a pinch of sea salt and hydrating fluids from the fruit — without any synthetic additives or preservatives that can sneak into store-bought sports drinks. Fresh basil adds an herby, aromatic lift that makes the whole thing feel a little fancy, while lime juice brightens every sip with just the right amount of tang. A touch of raw honey is completely optional, so you can keep it as clean and minimal as you like. Everything gets blended smooth and then strained through a fine-mesh sieve, giving you a silky, pulp-free drink that looks as gorgeous as it tastes. It comes together in just a few minutes and is ideal for post-workout recovery, hot afternoons, or any time you want something genuinely refreshing that you made yourself from whole, recognizable ingredients.
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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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