Vegetarian Cucumber-Basil Watermelon Electrolyte Drink
Summer heat calls for something more interesting than plain water, and this blended drink delivers serious refreshment with every sip. Watermelon and cucumber are both naturally high in water content and electrolyte-supporting minerals, while a pinch of sea salt and a squeeze of fresh lime round out the balance in a way that actually tastes incredible. The fresh basil is the unexpected hero here — it adds a fragrant, slightly peppery note that makes the whole thing feel like something you'd order at a fancy spa. Everything gets blended smooth and then strained, so the final result is a clean, silky drink rather than a chunky smoothie. A touch of raw honey is completely optional, which makes it easy to dial the sweetness up or down depending on how ripe your watermelon is. It comes together in just a few minutes with nothing but a blender and a strainer, making it one of the easiest ways to stay hydrated without reaching for a sugary sports drink.
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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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