Watermelon Basil Cooler: Refreshingly Easy Summer Sip Recipe
A bright and invigorating summer drink combining the sweetness of watermelon with the freshness of basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverages
- Method: blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- 2 cups sparkling water
- ice for serving
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the watermelon, basil, lime juice, and honey. Blend until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine sieve if you prefer a smoother drink.
- In a glass, fill with ice and pour the watermelon-basil mixture over it.
- Top with sparkling water and stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with a basil leaf or a slice of lime if desired.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust sweetness by adding more or less honey.
- This drink is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for a day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Watermelon Basil Cooler, summer drink, refreshing beverage