Watermelon-Lemonade Slushie

by Kris Francefort

Embrace the essence of summer with our Watermelon-Lemonade Slushie, a drink that promises to hydrate, refresh, energize, and bring people together.

Perfect for those hot sunny days, this delightful beverage combines the natural sweetness of watermelon and strawberries with the tangy zing of lemon juice, creating a slushie that’s both revitalizing and delicious. Whether you’re lounging by the pool, hosting a backyard BBQ, or simply need a cool, nutritious pick-me-up, this slushie is your go-to summer companion. Easy to make and bursting with vibrant flavors, it’s sure to become a seasonal favorite. Here’s how to prepare this quintessential summer drink that serves up two medium portions of pure bliss.

Kris Francefort

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Course Drinks

Servings 2

Ingredients

  

• 3 cups cubed watermelon (frozen)
• 6 frozen strawberries
• 1/4 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
• 1/8 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice 
• 1/2 cup filtered water, coconut water, or unflavored/unsweetened seltzer water

Instructions

 

• Freeze watermelon cubes in advance (approx. 1 hour). If you forget or don’t have time, no worries – make the slushie with cold watermelon chunks instead.
• Blend all ingredients together until smooth. Add small amounts of filtered water to aid in blending if needed.
• Serve in a festive glass and enjoy!

Notes

Additional items to experiment with that add a boost of nutrition in your glass: frozen cherries, lime juice, chia seeds (and/or hemp/flax seeds), basil leaf, mint leaf, cilantro.

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