Low Sodium Watermelon Mint Smoothie
Bright, refreshing, and naturally sweet, this blended drink is summer in a glass. Frozen watermelon does the heavy lifting here, creating a thick, frosty texture without any added ice to water things down. Fresh mint and a squeeze of lime juice give it a lively, almost spa-like quality, while a small knob of grated ginger adds just enough warmth to keep things interesting. Coconut water keeps the consistency perfectly pourable and adds a subtle tropical note that plays beautifully with the fruit. Every ingredient brings its own natural flavor to the table, so there's genuinely no need to reach for the salt shaker — this one is vibrant and well-rounded all on its own. A drizzle of honey is entirely optional, because honestly, ripe watermelon is already doing plenty of the sweetness work. Blend it up, pour it into a cold glass, and tuck in a sprig of mint for a finish that looks as good as it tastes.
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2 servings
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed and frozen
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ½ tsp fresh ginger, grated
- ½ cup coconut water
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
For serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the frozen watermelon, mint leaves, lime juice, grated ginger, and coconut water to a blender.
- 2
Blend on high speed until completely smooth and no chunks remain, about 45–60 seconds. If the blender stalls, add coconut water 1 tablespoon at a time until it moves freely.
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