Gut Friendly Watermelon Mint Smoothie
Bright, icy, and genuinely refreshing, this blended drink is the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat once you've tried it. Frozen watermelon does the heavy lifting here, creating a thick, sorbet-like texture without any dairy or added fillers that can upset a sensitive stomach. Fresh ginger brings a gentle warmth that's well known for supporting digestion, while mint adds a cooling finish that makes every sip feel like a reset. Coconut water keeps things light and hydrating, and a squeeze of lime ties all the flavors together with just the right amount of brightness. A small drizzle of honey is completely optional, so you can dial the sweetness up or down depending on how ripe your watermelon is. Everything in this recipe is whole, recognizable, and easy on the gut — no protein powders, gums, or mystery additives to second-guess. Blend it up, pour it over ice, and let the mint sprigs do their thing.
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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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