Low Carb Watermelon Refresher (Print)

A light, hydrating summer drink featuring fresh watermelon with lime and mint.

# Ingredient List:

→ Produce

01 - 2 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
02 - 8 fresh mint leaves
03 - 1 small cucumber, peeled and sliced
04 - Juice of 1 lime

→ Liquids

05 - 1 cup cold sparkling water
06 - Ice cubes, as needed

→ Sweetener

07 - 2 tsp erythritol or preferred low-carb sweetener

# How-To Steps:

01 - Place watermelon cubes, cucumber slices, mint leaves, and lime juice in blender.
02 - Blend until completely smooth, approximately 30-45 seconds.
03 - Pour mixture through fine mesh sieve into pitcher to remove pulp for smoother texture.
04 - Add sweetener if using and stir until fully dissolved.
05 - Pour in cold sparkling water, gently stirring to combine without losing carbonation.
06 - Pour over ice in glasses, garnish with additional mint leaves and lime wedge.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It hits that spot between wanting something sweet and needing something actually hydrating
  • The sparkling water makes it feel fancy without any of the guilt
02 -
  • Freezing the watermelon cubes first creates this incredible slushy texture that feels like a treat from a specialty shop
  • The sparkling water will go flat eventually, so only add what you plan to drink right then
03 -
  • A chilled glass makes more difference than youd expect, so pop them in the freezer for ten minutes first
  • The drink settles a bit between pours, so give it a gentle swirl each time

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