Eggless Mint & Lime Watermelon Electrolyte Drink
Watermelon is basically summer in fruit form, and blending it into a refreshing drink with bright lime and cool mint takes it to a whole new level. This is the kind of hydration that actually makes you want to drink more water — naturally sweet, lightly salted, and bursting with fresh flavor. The small pinch of sea salt is the secret weapon here, helping to replenish electrolytes the way a sports drink would, but without any artificial colors or mystery ingredients. Muddling the mint directly into the strained juice coaxes out every bit of that herbal fragrance, so the flavor feels layered rather than flat. A squeeze of lime ties everything together with just enough tartness to keep each sip lively. It comes together in minutes with nothing more than a blender and a strainer, making it an effortless go-to for hot days, post-workout recovery, or just a prettier glass of something cold.
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2 servings
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes (about ¼ of a small watermelon)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 large lime)
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 cup cold water
- 8 fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish
- 1 tsp raw honey (optional)
For serving
- ice cubes, for serving (optional)
- lime slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the watermelon cubes to a blender and blend on high until completely smooth, about 20–30 seconds.
- 2
Pour the blended watermelon through a fine-mesh strainer set over a pitcher or large measuring cup, pressing gently with a spoon to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the pulp.
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