Helping Hands in the Kitchen: Hydrating Watermelon Slush

Two refreshing Hydrating Watermelon Slushes in glasses with fresh watermelon slices on a wooden table.

Looking for a refreshing and hydrating drink to beat the summer heat? Look no further than this delicious Hydrating Watermelon Slush recipe! Packed with juicy watermelon and blended with ice, this slush is perfect for keeping you cool and hydrated on a hot day. Plus, it’s super easy to make and can be customized to your liking with different fruits and flavors.

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Recipe for HYDRATING WATERMELON SLUSH

EQUIPMENT NEEDED

Whisk, medium pitcher or tall cup, fork, cutting board, and knife.

SERVES 4
ESTIMATED COST: $6.79
COST PER SERVING: $1.69

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 cups watermelon, de-seeded and cubed
  • 1 tbsp fresh basil or mint, chopped
  • 16 oz water
  • 2 ea lime, juiced
  • 2 1/2 tbsp maple syrup
  • sparking water, optional

METHOD OF PREPARATION

  1. Muddle watermelon and fresh herbs in a medium pitcher or tall cup using a fork or other utensil. You may also chop the watermelon into small pieces.
  2. Add in water, lime juice, and maple syrup. Whisk well to combine.
  3. Taste and adjust flavors.
  4. Optionally, top off with a splash of sparkling water. Enjoy!

NUTRITION INFORMATION

Hydrating Watermelon Slush
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 Serving
Amount Per Serving & % Daily Value*
Calories: 52.6kcal 3%
Total Fat: 0.1g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 2.5mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 13.9g 5% 
Dietary Fiber 0.3g 1%
Sugars 10.9g
Protein 0.4g 1%
Vitamin A 1%
Vitamin C 18%
Calcium 2%
Iron 1%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

HEALTH BENEFITS

Watermelon – made up of 92% water, keeping you hydrated during hot weather. It’s a rich source of vitamin C and vitamin A, which both can support healthy skin and hair.

Maple syrup – natural sweetener containing antioxidants to reduce oxidative damage and healthy cells. Darker syrups contain more antioxidants than lighter varieties. 

Left: Slices of watermelon
Right: A bottle of maple syrup

References:
Recipe provided by Reanetta Perkins
Maryland University of Integrative Health