Yeast 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 the sea salt, hydration from the fruit — without any powders, packets, or mystery additives. A handful of fresh basil adds an herby, almost floral note that makes the whole thing feel a little fancy, while lime juice keeps it bright and lively. Because everything goes straight into the blender and gets strained smooth, you end up with a clean, pulp-free drink that's as pretty as it is refreshing. It's naturally free of any fermented or leavened ingredients, so there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your glass. The optional raw honey lets you dial in just a touch of sweetness, or skip it entirely and let the watermelon shine on its own. Serve it immediately over ice with a sprig of basil and a lime wedge, and it honestly looks like something you'd order at a nice brunch spot.
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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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