Refreshing Summer Watermelon Slushie (Printer-friendly)

A vibrant, refreshing summer slushie with no added sugars.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 5 cups seedless watermelon, cubed and frozen
02 - 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4-5 lemons)
03 - 1 cup cold water
04 - 1 cup ice cubes

→ Optional Additions

05 - 10-12 fresh mint leaves (for garnish or blending)
06 - Lemon slices or watermelon wedges, for garnish

# How-To Steps:

01 - Place the frozen watermelon cubes, fresh lemon juice, cold water, and ice cubes in a high-powered blender.
02 - Blend until smooth and slushy. If the mixture is too thick, add a bit more water, a tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
03 - Taste and adjust for tartness—add a few extra watermelon cubes for more sweetness, if needed.
04 - Pour into glasses. Garnish with mint leaves and lemon slices, if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • All-natural sweetness from frozen watermelon—no added sugars needed.
  • Quick and easy to make in just 10 minutes with no cooking required.
  • Perfectly refreshing and hydrating, ideal for vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets.
  • Versatile for garnishes and optional flavor variations, keeping it fun and fresh.
02 -
  • Use a high-powered blender to achieve the perfect slushy texture quickly.
  • Add water gradually to control the thickness and maintain the best icy consistency.
  • Freeze glasses ahead of time to keep drinks colder longer without dilution.
  • Fresh mint leaves can be blended in or used as garnish for extra aroma and color.
  • Double-check any packaged ice for allergens if needed.
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