Minted Melon Fizz: The Best Refreshing Summer Drink Recipe
A refreshing and fruity drink perfect for summer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup cantaloupe, cubed
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 cup lime juice
- 4 cups sparkling water
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the watermelon, cantaloupe, and lime juice. Blend until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine sieve into a large pitcher.
- Add the fresh mint leaves and honey, if using, and stir to combine.
- Top with sparkling water and stir gently.
- Serve over ice and garnish with additional mint leaves.
Notes
- For a sweeter drink, adjust the honey to taste.
- This drink can be made a few hours in advance; just add the sparkling water right before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Minted Melon Fizz, summer drink, refreshing beverage