Watermelon Slushies

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Happy Memorial Day! This watermelon slushy is the perfect ode to summer with its tropical and refreshing flavors. Packed with electrolytes, the sweet frozen watermelon is the quintessential backdrop for bright citrus and cool mint with a hint of toasted coconut. Be sure to get coconut water without any added sugars or preservatives. Alternatively, if you make your own coconut milk you can use the water from that. The coconut milk naturally separates with refrigeration. Simply use a spoon to gently push back the cream on top and use the water underneath. This summer treat is best with hot days, pool time, and summer fun. Enjoy this slushy with a spoon or a straw! 

Watermelon Slushies

Serves 5
Prep: 5 min
Freezing: 2 hours
Blending: 2 min                                                                                                                                                                                             Total: 2 hours 17 min
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Ingredients:

6 Cups seedless watermelon, cubed and frozen 

½ Cup Honey 

1 Cup water 

6 oz. lime juice, fresh (about 6 limes) 

½ Cup coconut water 

¼ Cup Mint, plus a few leaves for garnish 

      Method Of Prep:

  1. Gather and prep ingredients.
  2. Break down watermelon into chunks. Place in a bag to freeze.
  3. Freeze watermelon at least two hours or until frozen solid.
  4. While watermelon is freezing make your honey simple syrup. In a small pot add honey and water.
  5. Whisk together and bring to a boil.
  6. Remove from heat and cool completely.
  7. Once the watermelon is frozen, set up your high-speed blender with the standard blade attachment.
  8. Add in watermelon, honey simple syrup, lime juice, coconut water, and mint.
  9. Blend until well combined and slushy.
  10. Pour into glasses and top with a slice of lime and a mint leaf. Enjoy!

                                                                 

Nutrition Facts:
Calories- 164 
Carbs- 42.4 g
Fat- 0.3 g
Protein- 1.4 g  Â