Pescatarian Cucumber-Basil Watermelon Electrolyte Drink
Hydration just got a serious upgrade. This blended drink combines juicy watermelon, cool cucumber, and fragrant fresh basil into something that tastes like a spa day in a glass — bright, lightly herbal, and genuinely refreshing. The sea salt and lime juice do real work here, naturally replenishing electrolytes without any of the artificial dyes or mystery additives you'd find in a sports drink. A touch of raw honey rounds out the flavor without making it cloying, and you can leave it out entirely if you prefer. Straining the blended mixture gives you a silky-smooth texture that feels polished and intentional, not like a chunky smoothie. It comes together in just a few minutes with nothing more than a blender and a fine-mesh strainer, making it an easy go-to on hot days or after a workout. Garnish with a sprig of basil and a lime wedge and it 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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