Summer’s Best Refreshment: Watermelon Mint Juice

Let’s talk about the ultimate summer refreshment: Watermelon Mint Juice. This drink is my go-to for staying cool and hydrated during those hot summer days. Plus, it’s super easy to make with just 2 ingredients!

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Why I Love Watermelon Mint Juice:

• Ultra Hydrating: Watermelon is 90% water, making it perfect for staying hydrated when it’s hot AF outside.
• Simple and Delicious: With just watermelon and mint, this drink is EASY to make and refreshingly simple yet packed with flavor.

Benefits of Watermelon and Mint:

Watermelon Benefits:

• Hydration: With its high water content, watermelon helps keep you hydrated.
• Nutrient-Rich: It’s packed with vitamins A, B6, and C, which support immune function, skin health, and more.
• Antioxidants: Contains lycopene and beta-carotene, which help fight free radicals and reduce inflammation.
• Heart Health: Lycopene also supports heart health by improving circulation and reducing blood pressure.
• Muscle Soreness: Contains amino acids like citrulline, which can help reduce muscle soreness and improve recovery.

Mint Benefits:

• Digestive Health: Mint can help soothe the stomach and improve digestion.
• Fresh Breath: Its natural aroma and antibacterial properties can freshen your breath.
• Antioxidants: Mint leaves are rich in antioxidants, which help protect your cells from damage.
• Mental Clarity: The aroma of mint can help enhance focus and mental clarity.
• Calming Effects: Mint has a calming effect, which can help relieve stress and anxiety.

Pro Tips:

• Add Green Tea Ice Cubes: to level up the nutrients, swap regular ice cubes for green tea ice cubes without changing the flavor.
• Add Aloe: Sometimes, I like to add a splash of aloe juice or scrape some fresh aloe from the leaf into the juice. It’s an awesome addition that boosts the drink’s hydration and health benefits.
• Remove Foam: If you prefer a smoother texture, you can skim the foam off the top of the juice, or strain in a fine mesh strainer afterwards. It’s not necessary, but it does give the juice a cleaner look.

Recipe

Watermelon Mint Juice

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Ingredients

• 1/2 Small Watermelon cubed
• Handful Fresh Mint Leaves
• Handful Ice Cubes or green tea ice cubes

Instructions

1. Blend all ingredients in a high speed blender and then strain in a fine mesh strainer remove foam.

There you have it—my favorite way to enjoy watermelon every day in the summer. Try it out and let me know how you like it. I have a feeling it’ll become your summer staple too!

Xo, Ashley

Here are a few other summer sips you’ll love:

Fruity Lemonade Spa Water

Herbal Watermelon Smoothie

Watermelon Mimosas