Gelatin Free Watermelon Mint Smoothie
Bright, icy, and impossibly refreshing, this blended drink is basically summer in a glass. Frozen watermelon does all the heavy lifting here, giving the smoothie a thick, sorbet-like texture without any thickeners or additives you'd need to second-guess. Fresh mint and a squeeze of lime keep every sip lively, while a little grated ginger adds just enough warmth to make the whole thing feel intentional rather than simple. Coconut water keeps it light and hydrating instead of heavy, and a drizzle of honey lets you dial the sweetness up or down depending on how sweet your melon already is. The whole thing comes together in under two minutes — just blend and pour. It's the kind of drink that looks gorgeous with a sprig of mint on top and tastes even better than it looks.
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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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