Juices / 8 min
Watermelon lime mint juice
A cold, clean watermelon juice with lime, mint and a tiny pinch of salt.
- Prep
- 8 min
- Total
- 8 min
- Serves
- 3 glasses
This ruby juice tastes like a sliced watermelon on a warm afternoon. Lime adds snap, mint gives the finish a cool lift, and a pinch of salt makes the fruit taste more vivid.
Ingredients
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed and chilled
- Juice of 1 lime
- 8 fresh mint leaves
- 1 small pinch sea salt
- 1 cup ice
Method
- 1. Add watermelon, lime juice, mint and salt to a blender.
- 2. Blend until completely liquid, about 30 seconds.
- 3. Strain if you prefer a clear juice, then pour over ice.
Estimated nutrition
- calories
- 65 calories
- fat
- 0 g fat
- carbohydrate
- 16 g carbohydrates
- protein
- 1 g protein
- fiber
- 1 g fiber
Approximate values per serving. Nutrition varies with ingredients, brands and portion sizes.
Substitutions
- Basil can replace mint for a peppery variation.
- Use lemon juice instead of lime.
- Add cucumber for a greener, lighter drink.
Good to know
Chill the watermelon before blending so the juice is cold without relying on a lot of melting ice.
Questions, answered.
Does watermelon juice need straining?
No. It is naturally smooth when blended; strain only if you want a more polished, clear texture.
Can I make it ahead?
Refrigerate it in a sealed jar for up to 24 hours and stir before serving.