Paleo Watermelon Mint Smoothie
Watermelon is basically summer in fruit form, and blending it frozen turns it into something thick, frosty, and genuinely refreshing. The combination of bright mint, zingy lime, and a subtle kick of fresh ginger makes every sip feel layered and alive — not just sweet. Coconut water keeps things light and hydrating while giving the whole drink a smooth, pourable consistency without any dairy or added thickeners. A drizzle of honey is entirely optional, because ripe watermelon brings plenty of natural sweetness on its own. Everything in this glass is whole, real food — no protein powders, no refined sugars, no grains — so it fits cleanly into a grain-free, whole-food lifestyle without any workarounds. It comes together in under two minutes once your watermelon is frozen, making it an effortless go-to on hot days or after a workout. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and it looks almost too pretty to drink — almost.
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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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