Wanna know what summer tastes like? Have a sip of this refreshing watermelon smoothie with mint and lime - it's pure DRINKABLE. SUMMER. BLISS. Bonus: You can turn it into an amazing, out-of-this-world-sweet-and-delicious cocktail or margarita.
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Seriously, I'm typing this with a glass in hand, and it's so good. Wish I could beam it straight through your monitor (wouldn't that be something?).
This year's melons have been off the charts. Sweet, juicy, begging for you to sink your teeth into their crisp flesh. And to be turned into pretty-in-pink drinks that are so unbelievably good the summer gods themselves must have dreamed them up.
Like this watermelon smoothie! Watermelon's sweetness meets the refreshing, tingly coolness of peppermint - it can't get sipping yummier than that! Honestly, watermelon and mint are a match made in flavor heaven.
Now, throw in a squeeze of lime (or lemon), and you have the best instant refreshment in a cup. Three ingredients. THREE! The flavor is just beyond incredible.
If you're feeling a little more "milkshake, please," toss some bananas in there! It takes this smoothie from "refreshing pick-me-up" to a sweet "mini-meal" situation.
Watermelon Margarita or Watermelon Cocktail, Anyone?
Yep, you heard that right. It's cocktail time. Or margarita time. Whichever you fancy. Even if you're skipping the alcohol, you can still enjoy a delicious watermelon margarita/cocktail (thanks to awesome alcohol-free alternatives that actually taste great!).
Watermelon Cocktail
Accidentally (oops!), I discovered that the creamier version with bananas makes an excellent cocktail base. When mixed with white rum (including non-alcoholic varieties), the smoothie transforms into a rich, wickedly delicious, and ultra-sweet cocktail. You know, the kind of drink that makes you dream of tropical islands in the sun, swaying palms, and lazy afternoons in hammocks.
Watermelon Margarita
Skip the bananas in the smoothie and welcome some tequila (or your fave alcohol-free tequila) for a delish watermelon margarita! A splash of triple sec (orange liqueur) or some orange zest is totally up for grabs!
The original smoothie has a hint of peppermint, but mint is not a traditional margarita ingredient. Feel free to keep it in for a fun, refreshing surprise, or ditch it for a more classic marg experience.
🍽 Recipe
Watermelon Smoothie With Mint (Virgin OR Boozy)
Equipment
- High-speed blender I'm using a Vitamix A3500
Ingredients
For the watermelon smoothie
- Generous handful of peppermint leaves 2-3 big sprigs of peppermint
- 1 kg watermelon pieces deseeded and rindless
- 200 ml water
- Juice of ½ lime or lemon
- 2-3 large bananas, peeled optional (makes the smoothie creamier and sweeter)
Watermelon margarita
- Generous splash of tequila*, a splash of triple sec (or orange zest), optional: lime wedge for garnish
For a watermelon cocktail
- Generous splash of white rum* (adjust to your taste)
Instructions
- Clean the mint leaves.
- Add the water, watermelon pieces, lime/lemon juice, and mint leaves to your blender. Blend on high speed until smooth. If all the watermelon pieces don't fit, blend half at a time.
- For a creamier smoothie: If using bananas, peel them and add them to the blender after adding the lime/lemon juice.
- Blend until nice and creamy. Enjoy cool.
Watermelon margarita
- Make the watermelon smoothie without bananas (and peppermint leaves if you don't want a minty flavor).
- Add tequila and triple sec (if used) and blend until smooth.
Watermelon cocktail
- Make the watermelon smoothie WITH bananas (and peppermint leaves).
- Add a generous splash of white rum according to your taste. Blend until creamy and smooth.
Notes
Watermelon Smoothie FAQs
Absolutely! Frozen is totally okay for both the watermelon and bananas. Just be aware that using both frozen might create a more smoothie-bowl-ish situation (think thick and frosty!). If you're craving a thinner, more sippable consistency, maybe stick with just one frozen ingredient.
Sure, skip it for a more pure watermelon vibe.
You bet! Strawberries, pineapple, or a handful of fresh berries would be delicious additions. Strawberries are my go-to, they take this smoothie to the next level.
More Fun Smoothies
If you enjoyed this minty watermelon smoothie, you might also like the following drinks:
- Coffee Smoothie With Melon
- World-Best Coconut Smoothie with Turmeric
- Fall Smoothie With Apples & Grapes
- Fennel Stem Banana Smoothie
- Blueberry Smoothie With Secret Greens
- 3-Ingredient Celery Smoothie
- Double Green Spirulina Smoothie
Enjoy,
Ramona
PS: If you try it, tell me in the comments how it turned out. I'm always curious how recipes travel.
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