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Watermelon Slush - Time to beat the summer heat with watermelon slushies! All you need is 5 min and 3 ingredients to whip this up. So easy, so fresh, so smooth!

Time to beat the summer heat with watermelon slushies! All you need is 5 min and 3 ingredients to whip this up. So easy, so fresh, so smooth!

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Delicious! So refreshing!! Adding lime was such a nice touch!
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Why you’ll love this watermelon slush

  • Best way to beat the summer heat. Watermelon slush was just made for summer – it’s incredibly hydrating, ice cold, and takes minutes to blend – perfect for summer gatherings, bbqs, cookouts, and picnics!
  • Requires minimal prep and ingredients. This comes together lightning fast in just 5 minutes. All you need to do is dice your watermelon, throw it in a blender with some ice and sugar, and press start. Easy peasy.
  • Great way to repurpose overripe watermelon. Sometimes you pick a mealy, overripe watermelon, it happens. This is when the blender becomes your best friend. Once it’s blended, no one will even notice!
  • So customizable. Throw in some mint, basil, lemon or lime juice, or a shot of vodka to make it boozy and adult-friendly.

What is a watermelon slush?

A watermelon slush (or slushie) is an icy summery drink made by blending watermelon, citrus, a sweetener, and ice. The consistency is semi-frozen, thick and smooth (lighter than a traditional smoothie).

How to make watermelon slushies

  1. Chop the watermelon. Dice the seedless watermelon to have 5 cups total. This is a great time to repurpose any mealy, overripe watermelons.
  2. Combine ingredients in the blender. Add the chopped watermelon, sugar, lime juice (plus any other add-ons – ex. handful of mint leaves or a shot of alcohol), and 1 cup ice to a blender.
  3. Blend. Blend in bursts to start breaking down the ice before blending on high for 30-60 seconds until thick and frosty. Add more ice, as needed, until the desired consistency is reached.
  4. Serve. Pour into a glass, add garnishes (mint sprig and lime wedge pictured here), and serve ice cold to beat the heat (and to stay well-hydrated!).

Slushie variations

  • Fruit: watermelon, mango & peach, berries, pineapple
  • Herbs: fresh mint or basil
  • Sweetener: honey, agave syrup, or maple syrup
  • Citrus: lime or lemon juice

Favorite pairings for fruit slushies

  • Strawberry and basil
  • Watermelon and mint

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Tools For This Recipe

Blender

Watermelon Slush: Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use fresh watermelon?

Yes! The beauty of this recipe is using fresh watermelon to start (no freezing or prep beforehand!).

What can I add to make this boozy and adult-friendly?

Vodka, rum, or tequila are all solid options to make this slushie suitable for grown-ups.

Can I make this fizzy?

Absolutely! Top off each glass with sparkling water or club soda.

What garnishes can I add?

Add the finishing touches to your slushie with a simple garnish like mint, basil, lime, or lemon wedge.

Fresh watermelon slush garnished with lime and mint

Watermelon Slush

Yield: 4 servings
Prep: 5 minutes
Total: 5 minutes
Time to beat the summer heat with watermelon slushies! All you need is 5 min and 3 ingredients to whip this up. So easy, so fresh, so smooth!
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Ingredients

  • 5 cups diced seedless watermelon
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice

Instructions

  • Combine watermelon, sugar, lime juice and 1 cup ice in blender until smooth.
    Adding watermelon chunks to a blender for slush
  • Serve immediately.
    Refreshing Watermelon Slush

Equipment

Blender

Notes

  • Use a seedless watermelon. No one wants to pick out those black seeds by hand! Be sure to use a seedless watermelon to ensure a smooth, frosty consistency.
  • Mix it up. Swap out the lime for lemon juice or ginger for a zesty kick of flavor, or add a handful of fresh mint or basil.
  • Make it boozy for grown-ups. Add a shot of vodka, rum or tequila for an adult-twist.
  • Add some bubbles. Finish each glass with sparkling water or club soda for a fizzy finish.
  • Elevate your slushie. Add a simple garnish such as a mint sprig and a lime wedge, making it bar-quality!
  • Try watermelon ice cubes. To keep the flavor 100% purely watermelon, blend and freeze watermelon juice into ice cubes beforehand, using the watermelon ice instead of plain ice cubes.
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: watermelon slushies

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