Pescatarian Mint & Lime Watermelon Electrolyte Drink
Few things hit as refreshingly as a cold, fruit-forward drink on a hot day, and this blended watermelon sipper delivers serious flavor with a surprisingly functional twist. The combination of watermelon juice, a pinch of sea salt, and fresh lime juice creates a natural electrolyte balance that actually helps you rehydrate — no neon-colored sports drinks required. Muddling fresh mint leaves directly into the strained juice is the move that takes this from simple to genuinely special, releasing those bright, cooling oils throughout every sip. A touch of raw honey rounds out the tartness without making things overly sweet, and you can easily leave it out if you prefer a cleaner, more savory profile. The whole thing comes together in just a few minutes with a blender and a strainer, making it as low-effort as it is impressive to serve. Pour it over ice with a few lime slices and extra mint, and it looks like something you'd pay too much for at a juice bar.
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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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