Tree Nut Free 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 herby, and genuinely refreshing. The sea salt and lime juice do the real electrolyte work here, helping your body absorb fluids more efficiently than plain water ever could. A touch of raw honey rounds out the flavor without making it cloying, and you can leave it out entirely if you prefer. Everything gets blended smooth and strained, so the final pour is clean and silky with no chunky bits to deal with. It comes together in under five minutes with nothing more than a blender and a strainer, making it an easy go-to after a workout, a hot afternoon, or any time you need to rehydrate fast. Garnish with a sprig of basil and a lime wedge and it looks almost too pretty to drink — almost.
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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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