Ingredients
– 4 cups cubed watermelon
– 2 cups cantaloupe, cubed
– 1 cup honeydew melon, cubed
– 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
– 1/4 cup mint leaves, packed
– 2 cups sparkling water or club soda
– Ice cubes for serving
– Optional: Sweetener (honey or sugar) to taste
Instructions
Preparing the Easy Melon Cooler is simple. Follow these easy steps:
1. Prepare the Melons: Start by cutting the watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew into cubes.
2. Blend the Melons: In a blender, add the cubed watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew. Blend until smooth and combined.
3. Add Lime and Mint: To the blended mixture, add the fresh lime juice and mint leaves. Blend again until the mint is finely chopped and mixed in.
4. Taste and Adjust: Taste the mixture and, if needed, add sweetener to your liking. Blend briefly to combine.
5. Strain the Mixture (Optional): If you prefer a smoother texture, strain the mixture through a fine sieve to remove pulp.
6. Chill: Pour the mixture into a large pitcher. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes to chill.
7. Serve: When ready, gently stir in the sparkling water or club soda.
8. Add Ice: Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the Melon Cooler over the ice.
9. Garnish: For an elegant touch, garnish each glass with extra mint leaves or a slice of melon on the rim.
These straightforward steps guide you to create this refreshing drink effortlessly at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 85 kcal
- Fat: 0g
- Protein: 1g