Refreshing Watermelon Slushie
Watermelon slushie: whip up this vibrant, frosty treat in minutes. Perfect for cooling down on hot summer days with just 3 simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 small seedless watermelon
- juice of 1 lime
- 1 handful ice
- 1 small seedless watermelon, rind removed and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 handful of ice cubes
Instructions
- Cut the rind off a small seedless watermelon and cut into 1-inch cubes. Place the cubes in a large bowl and freeze for at least 4-5 hours, or up to overnight, until solid.
- Transfer the frozen watermelon cubes, lime juice, and ice to a high-speed blender. Blend on high, using a tamper to push down the chunks, until the mixture is smooth and almost creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
- If the slushie is too thick, add a tablespoon of water at a time and blend until desired consistency is reached.
- Pour the refreshing watermelon slushie into chilled glasses or bowls and serve immediately with a spoon or straw. Garnish with a lime wedge if desired.
Notes
- For the best watermelon slushie, ensure your watermelon cubes are thoroughly frozen. This prevents a watery consistency and makes for a creamier blend. - Adjust the amount of ice to your preference: less for a thicker, more 'spoonable' slushie, more for a thinner, drinkable consistency. - If your blender struggles with the frozen chunks, let the watermelon thaw for 5-10 minutes before blending, or add a tiny splash of water (not too much!) to help it along. However, I've found that using a tamper is usually the key to achieving that smooth texture without added liquid.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.