Gluten Free Mint & Lime Watermelon Electrolyte Drink
Hydration just got a serious upgrade. This blended, strained watermelon drink is bright, refreshing, and packed with natural electrolytes from real fruit, a pinch of sea salt, and a squeeze of fresh lime — no powders, no mystery additives, no label-reading required. The mint adds a cool, aromatic lift that makes every sip feel almost spa-like, while the optional honey rounds out the tartness without overpowering the fruit. It comes together in minutes with nothing but a blender and a fine-mesh strainer, making it an effortless choice for hot days, post-workout recovery, or anytime you need to rehydrate fast. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of gluten, so there's zero guesswork involved — just clean, whole-food hydration you can feel good about. Serve it over ice with a few lime slices and extra mint for a drink that looks just as good as it tastes.
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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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