Description
This refreshing Watermelon Smoothie recipe blends frozen watermelon cubes with strawberries, coconut milk, Greek yogurt, and a touch of honey and lime juice for a creamy and naturally sweet beverage perfect for hot days or a nutritious snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 1 mini seedless watermelon, or 2 ½ cups frozen watermelon cubes
- ½ cup frozen strawberries
Dairy & Milk
- 1 cup canned light coconut milk
- ½ cup plain whole milk or reduced-fat Greek yogurt
Sweeteners & Extras
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 ½ teaspoons lime juice (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Watermelon: If using a whole seedless watermelon, cut it into quarters. Score the flesh with 1-inch parallel cuts in both directions to create cubes, then carefully slice between the rind and flesh to remove the watermelon cubes.
- Freeze Watermelon Cubes: Arrange the watermelon cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Place it in the freezer until the cubes are solid, which typically takes at least 3 hours or can be done overnight.
- Combine Ingredients: In a blender, add 2 ½ cups of frozen watermelon cubes along with the frozen strawberries, canned light coconut milk, Greek yogurt or whole milk, honey, and lime juice if you choose to include it.
- Blend Smooth: Blend the mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy, which should take about 1 minute. Pause to stir the ingredients occasionally if needed to ensure even blending.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
- Store Leftovers: Place any leftover frozen watermelon cubes in freezer bags and store them in the freezer for up to 2 months for future use.
Notes
- Use frozen fruit for a thicker, chilled smoothie texture.
- Lime juice is optional but adds a fresh, tangy twist to the flavor.
- You can substitute plain whole milk with reduced-fat Greek yogurt for a creamier and protein-rich smoothie.
- Leftover frozen watermelon cubes can be kept for up to two months.
- If you prefer a sweeter smoothie, adjust honey quantity to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours (freezing time)
- Category: Smoothies
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
