Refreshing Watermelon Slushie Drink (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
01 -
10 cups seedless watermelon cubes, frozen for at least 24 hours
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2–4 tablespoons maple syrup
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Juice of 1 large lime
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1/4 cup fresh mint or basil leaves, loosely packed (optional, but recommended)
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1 1/2 cups filtered water
# Instructions:
01 -
Let the frozen watermelon chunks sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes to defrost slightly.
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Add the watermelon, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, lime juice, mint, and water to a high-speed blender. Pulse until the watermelon begins to break up.
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Blend to a thick, slushie consistency. Adjust the maple syrup to taste, adding more if needed. If the mixture is too thick, gradually add extra water.
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Divide the slushie evenly into 4 glasses and serve immediately.