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Cherry Lime Slush +
Tips for Making A Healthy Slushie

Published: May 25, 2019 · Modified: Jun 28, 2023 by Marisa Moore·

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Cherry Lime Slush in a glass with a straw

Blend up this easy, no-sugar added Cherry Lime Slush for a refreshing and healthy summer drink!

Cherry Lime Slush with straw and slice of lime

The deep, rich color of cherries hints at the abundant nutrients inside. My sugar optional Cherry Lime Slush recipe is the perfect way to enjoy them!

Before I get into the recipe, I want to add a few tips on creating refreshing and healthy summer drinks. I like to call them slushies but slush pops in every now and then too.

How to make a healthy slushie

  • Use frozen fruit. Many recipes use fruit and ice. That’s fine but I say skip the extra step. Frozen fruit provides the same icy effect. Plus it’s less watery.
  • Use a high-powered blender. A good machine will easily puree cherry skins (for example) so that you get a smooth drink.
  • Add enough liquid. I like to use flavored sparkling water to add a bit of fizz and flavor to my slushies but you can also use club soda or fresh lime or lemon juice. Add more liquid for a thinner drink and less for a thicker, spoonable slushy!
  • Skip the sugar. You can in fact cut back on or skip the sugar in this recipe altogether. Start by tasting the fruit. If it’s super sweet, you won’t need any extra sweetener.

Cherry Lime Slushies in a glass with slice of lime

What’s the best fruit for a slushie?

  • Fresh seasonal fruit. Buying fruit in season means you’re likely getting sweeter, tastier fruit. So, buy up a bunch of fresh peaches, blueberries, grapes, or cherries this summer to use throughout the year.
  • Frozen fruit. I mention buying and freezing fresh summer fruit above but there’s no shame in walking to the freezer aisle at the store and buying what’s on sale. Frozen mango, pineapple, and strawberries are all delicious options!

This recipe is a great way to use up extra fresh cherries. After using cherries to make muffins, hand pies and eating fresh ones every chance I could, I ended up with a few bags of leftover cherries recently.

To freeze cherries: Rinse the cherries. Pit. Arrange in a single layer on a parchment or silicone mat lined baking sheet. Freeze the cherries until solid. Remove the cherries and store in a freezer-safe bag or other container.

Now, you have plenty of frozen cherries to use for smoothies, slushies and more!

Cherry Lime Slush in a glass with slice of lime

Now (when it’s 97 degrees outside) is the perfect time to sip and savor this Cherry Lime Slush!

Reminiscent of that icy, syrupy sweet concoction that spins at the local convenience store, I wanted it to taste like a Slurpee. Luckily, this recipe can be made in much less time than it takes to get to the store or that drive-up burger place which shall remain nameless.

OK. Sonic. I’ll admit. I’ve never had Sonic’s Cherry Limeade but I’ve always wanted to try it. Now, there’s no need. This one satisfies my craving for something sweet, healthy and refreshing!

Cherry Lime Slushie overhead

I pitted and froze my cherries at the peak of the season and they are super sweet so I didn’t need any sugar. Using frozen cherries removes the need for ice too.

If your cherries are super sweet, try the recipe first without the sugar. You may be pleasantly surprised by the flavor plus you get to drink more that way. It’s basically an easy way to drink your cherries… maybe while sitting on the deck with a book and wishing the summer will never end.

Easy, healthy slushies for the summer

Sparkling Watermelon Slushie

Frozen Mango Coconut Daiquiri

Cheers!

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cherry lime slushy with a red and white straw and slice of lime on the rim of the glass
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Cherry Lime Slush

Blend up this 3 ingredient, no-sugar added Cherry Lime Slush for an easy and refreshing summer drink!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2
Calories: 189kcal
Author: Marisa Moore

Ingredients

  • 4 cups frozen dark sweet cherries
  • ½ cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes juiced)
  • 2 cups lime sparkling water
  • ¼ cup sugar (optional)

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to a blender. Puree until smooth. Serve and enjoy immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 189kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 101mg | Potassium: 684mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 36g | Vitamin A: 205IU | Vitamin C: 37.5mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 1mg

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  1. Melanie @ Nutritious Eats

    August 07, 2015 at 8:11 am

    Cherry Lime Slushes are the best. This looks great

    Reply
    • Marisa

      August 08, 2015 at 10:20 am

      Thanks, Melanie!

      Reply
  2. athletic avocado

    August 07, 2015 at 12:10 pm

    I love that this is so easy to make! looks so refreshing 🙂

    Reply
    • Marisa

      August 08, 2015 at 10:19 am

      It is so refreshing! I still have a bunch of frozen cherries left so I’ll definitely be making it a few more times before the summer ends.

      Reply
  3. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

    August 07, 2015 at 2:48 pm

    This + poolside + sun = perfect 😉

    Reply
    • Marisa

      August 08, 2015 at 10:18 am

      Couldn’t agree more!

      Reply
  4. Jessica @ Nutritioulicious

    August 09, 2015 at 9:58 pm

    this looks amazing. Love that color!

    Reply
    • Marisa

      August 10, 2015 at 9:21 am

      Thanks, Jessica! The color is unbelievable!

      Reply

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