Sparkling Watermelon Lime Slush

Name: Sparkling Watermelon Lime Slush
Prep time: 5 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 2 cups frozen ripe watermelon (cubed); Juice of 1 large lime; 1-1½ cups coconut sparkling water ((I used a can of coconut LaCroix))

July 22, 2016

This no-sugar-added watermelon lime slush gets its fizz from a hit of coconut flavored sparkling water. It’s the perfect way to use up leftover watermelon!

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If you look up the definition of summer, you’ll probably see a picture of a watermelon. It’s one of the true pleasures of the season. Rich in heart health boosting lycopene, watermelon is an excellent source of vitamins A and C. And despite the sweetness, a cup of watermelon has just 45 calories. Hard to believe but it’s true. This is all good, but if you’re like me, you eat it because it tastes good.

Cool off with this no sugar needed Sparkling Watermelon Lime Slush!

I tend to buy too much of it and end up with extra. A few years ago in my single girl apartment, in July I started freezing chunks of leftover watermelon. After eating as much as my belly could take right off the rind, I’d make watermelon salad then a frozen dessert (a granita).

Because I can’t let good watermelon go to waste, I cut the watermelon and freeze the cubes. I can use the frozen fruit as ice cubes, but I love to toss them into a blender to make this easy watermelon slush. You can add mint, basil or other flavors to mix it up. This method will also work well for cantaloupe, honeydew, and pineapple.

Before I get to the recipe, can we take a moment to appreciate just how pretty it is? 😍

Join me today at 12:30 PM Eastern as I go live on Sharecare’s Facebook page to show you how to make this easy watermelon slush recipe. I’ll also be chatting about why and how to stay hydrated in these dog days of summer! If you’re late to the party, catch the replay in the same spot.

It’s summertime. Say cheers to the weekend with this cool, refreshing drink!

5 from 4 votes

Sparkling Watermelon Lime Slush

Prep Time

5 mins

This watermelon slush with lime gets its sparkle from a hit of coconut sparkling water.

Course: Beverage

Servings: 2

Calories: 53 kcal

Author: Marisa Moore, RDN

Ingredients

2 cups frozen ripe watermelon cubed
Juice of 1 large lime
1-1½ cups coconut sparkling water (I used a can of coconut LaCroix)

Instructions

Add the ripe watermelon cubes and lime juice to a blender. Blend on high until smooth.
Pour in 1 cup sparkling water. Blend just to combine. Add more sparkling water to reach the desired consistency.
Pour. Enjoy!
NOTE: I didn't need any sugar in this recipe because the watermelon I got was very sweet. Feel free to add a little honey or your favorite sweetener if your watermelon is not super sweet.

Nutrition Facts

Sparkling Watermelon Lime Slush

Amount Per Serving

Calories 53

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

This Sparkling Watermelon Lime Slush is an update on my original watermelon mint slush. Which one do you prefer?

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19 Comments on Sparkling Watermelon Lime Slush

Farrah
July 22, 2016 at 9:25 PM (3 years ago)
This is so pretty + would most definitely hit the spot right now! It's so hot!! Reply
- Marisa
  July 23, 2016 at 2:07 PM (3 years ago)
  Yes! It's part of my ATL Summer Survival Kit!! Reply
Meiko
July 28, 2016 at 4:37 PM (3 years ago)
Looks so refreshing. Make that next time I come out and add a lil extra fun juice :) Reply
Hope
July 29, 2016 at 4:56 PM (3 years ago)
Love this, its soooo refreshing! Can it be done with iced pineapple? what are some other fruits you can use? Reply
- Marisa
  July 29, 2016 at 5:09 PM (3 years ago)
  Haven't tried it with pineapple yet but cantaloupe and honeydew melon both work well! I'd try pineapple but add a bit more liquid to the mix Reply
Gloria
June 6, 2018 at 9:16 AM (10 months ago)
I happen to LOVE watermelon. What a great drink for the HOT weather. Love the combination of lime too. This would be great to serve with the weekend brunch.
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- Marisa
  June 6, 2018 at 11:01 AM (10 months ago)
  The lime is a nice flavor contrast. Thanks for stopping by! Reply
Lisa | Garlic & Zest
June 6, 2018 at 9:22 AM (10 months ago)
Totally my kind of summer treat! I love that you freeze the watermelon into cubes -- that's a genius idea!
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- Marisa
  June 6, 2018 at 11:00 AM (10 months ago)
  I keep a stash of melon cubes in the freezer all summer long for slushies or fruit "ice" cubes in water :) Reply
Natanja || Home Baked Bliss
June 6, 2018 at 9:49 AM (10 months ago)
This looks incredibly refreshing! Perfect for those hot days we have been having here in Switzerland. Will definitely give this a try!
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- Marisa
  June 6, 2018 at 10:59 AM (10 months ago)
  I didn't know it got hot in Switzerland. I would love to visit one day. Reply
Iryna
June 6, 2018 at 10:03 AM (10 months ago)
I love that you didn't add sugar to the slush. Looks so refreshing for summer! I need to make it asap!
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- Marisa
  June 6, 2018 at 10:59 AM (10 months ago)
  When watermelon is that ripe, there's no need for sugar. It was sweet as candy! :) Reply
Sunrita
June 6, 2018 at 10:52 AM (10 months ago)
This is surely a summer pleasure! Not sure if I can find sparkling coconut water but how about adding some sparkling orange or peach juice instead? Reply
- Marisa
  June 6, 2018 at 10:55 AM (10 months ago)
  I used Coconut Flavored Lacroix! I think lime or peach flavor would be delicious in it! I've never tried it with orange but I bet it could be a fun combo. Reply