Mustard Free Paleo Watermelon Lime Cooler
Few drinks capture the feeling of summer quite like a tall glass of something cold, pink, and citrusy. This blender-based cooler starts with fresh watermelon cubed and blended until silky smooth, then strained for a clean, pulp-free juice that's genuinely refreshing. A squeeze of real lime juice and a touch of honey bring brightness and just enough sweetness without leaning on any processed syrups or flavoring packets that could hide unwanted ingredients. A pinch of sea salt rounds everything out in a way that makes the fruit flavor pop even more. Topped off with sparkling water, it has that satisfying fizz of a fancy mocktail with none of the fuss. It's naturally free of grains, refined sugar, and anything processed, making it a great fit for a paleo lifestyle without any substitutions or workarounds required. Garnish with fresh mint and a lime wheel and it looks impressive enough to serve at a backyard gathering or a lazy weekend brunch.
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4 servings
- 8 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes (about ½ medium watermelon)
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice (from about 2–3 limes)
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 2 cups sparkling water
- 2 cups ice
For serving
- lime slices, for serving (optional)
- fresh mint leaves, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the watermelon cubes to a blender and blend on high until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
- 2
Pour the blended watermelon through a fine-mesh strainer set over a pitcher, pressing gently with a spoon to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the solids.
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