Have you been feeling the heat? On those days when hot, hot, hot becomes a threat, try this refreshing, quenching, hydrating, nourishing, cooling, delightful “cocktail.” With its pretty pink sparkle, it’s also perfect for picnics or summer celebrations!
My Mum texted yesterday to tell me she’s just finished up the remains left over from a family gathering we had last weekend. “Still delicious!” she wrote. So whip it up ahead of time, and keep it in the fridge. That way you will have it when you need it most. Apparently it will keep for a couple of days.
You could also skip the sparkling water and just drink it as a smoothie.
Watermelon Sparkle
Watermelon, 2.5 cups cubed
Cucumber, 1 inch peeled
Water, 1/4 cup
1 Lime, juiced
Mint, 5-6 fresh leaves
Cardamom, 1 pinch
Pink Salt, the teeniest tiniest pinch (optional)
Sparkling Water
Put all ingredients, except the sparkling water, in a blender and puree until completely liquified. Fill a glass halfway with this watermelon smoothie. Top up with sparkling water, garnish with a mint leaf, and enjoy.
What’s your favorite way to keep cool in summer?
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Filed under: All Recipes, Gluten-free, Healthy Smoothies, Healthy Treats, Recipes for Summer, Tonics & Teas, Vegan Tagged: Ayurveda Pitta-reducing Recipe, fruity virgin cocktail, Healthy Drinks, summer sparkle, Watermelon smoothie
