Lime is the cheapest upgrade you can make to a watermelon blend. This watermelon lime detox smoothie tastes like a margarita with the alcohol and the regret taken out.
Quick Watermelon Lime Detox Smoothie
This smoothie features juicy watermelon blended with fresh lime juice and a hint of mint for a delightful flavor. It’s vegan-friendly and can be customized with additional ingredients like spinach or protein powder if desired.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh watermelon chunks, seeds removed
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/2 cup coconut water or filtered water
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- Ice cubes (optional)
- Sweetener (like honey or agave, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Cut the watermelon into chunks and remove any seeds. Squeeze the juice from the lime.
- Blend: In a blender, combine watermelon chunks, lime juice, coconut water, and mint leaves. Add ice cubes if you prefer a colder smoothie.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend on high speed until all ingredients are well combined and the mixture is smooth.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the smoothie and add sweetener if desired. Blend again for a few seconds.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses and garnish with a sprig of mint or a lime wheel if preferred. Enjoy immediately.
Cut the lime so you avoid the bitter white pith. Serve it in a salt-rimmed glass if you’re feeling fancy.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 2 cups
- Calories: 80kcal
- Fat: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
