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Watermelon Mint Slushie

This watermelon slushie combines pureed ripe watermelon with crushed ice and fresh mint leaves to create a chilled, refreshing beverage. The mixture results in a vibrant, icy drink with a smooth, slushy texture and bright, fruity flavor. It’s perfect for hot summer days and easy to prepare with simple blending techniques.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Summer
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups ripe watermelon chunks seedless if possible
  • 1 cup crushed ice or more as needed
  • 8 fresh mint leaves mint leaves plus extra for garnish

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Cut the ripe watermelon into smaller chunks, removing any seeds if necessary, and place them into the blender.
  2. Add the fresh mint leaves to the blender with the watermelon.
  3. Pour in the crushed ice onto the watermelon and mint in the blender.
  4. Secure the lid on the blender and blend everything on high until the mixture is smooth and frosty, about 30-45 seconds.
  5. Pour the vibrant pink slushie into chilled glasses, watching it turn into a thick, icy beverage.
  6. Garnish each glass with a sprig of fresh mint for an aromatic and visual finishing touch.

Notes

For an extra burst of flavor, add a squeeze of lime before blending. Adjust the amount of crushed ice for desired thickness.