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Refreshing watermelon basil juice made with chilled watermelon, lime, and honey. Blend with fresh basil for a vibrant summer drink served over ice.

Watermelon Basil Juice

Author: Ellie James
70kcal
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Prep 5 minutes
Total 10 minutes
This watermelon basil juice is summer in a glass—refreshing, hydrating, and just the right balance of sweet and herbaceous. With chilled watermelon, fragrant basil, lime, and a hint of honey, it’s your go-to drink for warm days or elegant gatherings.
Servings 2 glasses
Course Drink, Juice
Cuisine Summer, Tropical

Ingredients

  • 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed and chilled
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tbsp honey or agave syrup
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • pinch of sea salt

Equipment

  • blender
  • fine mesh sieve optional for straining
  • pitcher
  • measuring cups

Method

  1. In a blender, combine chilled watermelon, basil leaves, lime juice, honey, and salt. Blend on high until smooth, about 1 minute.
  2. Add ice cubes and blend again until frothy, about 30 seconds.
  3. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness with more honey or lime juice if desired.
  4. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher for a smoother texture (optional).
  5. Serve over fresh ice in tall glasses. Garnish with a basil leaf and enjoy immediately.

Nutrition

Calories70kcalCarbohydrates18gProtein1gSodium15mgPotassium270mgFiber1gSugar15gVitamin A875IUVitamin C20mgCalcium15mgIron0.5mg

Notes

Use ice-cold watermelon for a naturally chilled juice. You can skip the honey if your watermelon is sweet enough. Pulse the basil lightly to avoid bitterness and strain for a smooth finish. Make the base ahead and blend with ice before serving!

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