Easiest Healthy Watermelon Smoothie
Healthy Watermelon Smoothie Recipe – It’s easy to make a refreshingly sweet watermelon smoothie that’s good and good for you. You only need 3 simple ingredients to whip up a batch of fruit smoothies with watermelon in under 5 minutes!
The Best Healthiest Watermelon Smoothie Recipe
It gets hot where we live in the south. Like, really hot. So as soon as the warm weather starts creeping up, the drinks get colder. At the pool, barbecues, and any outdoor gathering, something icy to sip on is a must-have.
Fresh and wonderfully frosty beverages are one of our favorite parts of summer. We’ve shared lots of tasty and easy recipes over the years for how to make all kinds of blended drinks… From Pina Coladas and Frozen Coconut Mojitos, to Frozen Lemonade with Pineapple and Coconut Choco Chai Smoothies. If you’ve got a blender then you’re having fun in the summer!
And, considering that we tend to make a lot of these slushy beverages throughout the season, we thought we should make a cold treat that is delicious and healthy.
This super simple and light Watermelon Smoothie recipe requires only 2 ingredients and ice! We use fresh watermelon plus strawberry yogurt for a creamy consistency and perfectly sweet fruity taste. It’s great for making low-calorie smoothies with no added sugar that adults and kids will love!
Bust out that blender and make a batch of these refreshing Watermelon Smoothies this season.
Ingredients You Need
- Fresh ripe watermelon cubes – check out our guide for how to pick a watermelon and cut it into cubes!
- Strawberry yogurt – regular or dairy-free
Plus ice for a thick and frosty blended Watermelon Smoothie.
Also, sugar is optional depending on how sweet your fresh watermelon is. If you select a good watermelon in season, you shouldn’t need it.
How to Make a Watermelon Smoothie in 3 Easy Steps
First, make sure to get out all of the dark brown seeds from the watermelon cubes. The little white seeds are fine left in. (Buy a seedless watermelon to make it easy!) Then place the watermelon cubes and yogurt in the blender.
Cover and puree until smooth. Taste to determine if sugar is needed.
Lastly, add the ice cubes (and sugar if desired). Then cover and puree until smooth.
Get the Complete (Printable) Recipe + VIDEO for How to Make a Smoothie With Watermelon Below. Enjoy!
Pour into four glasses and garnish. Serve immediately while the smoothie is ice cold.
Frequently Asked Questions
Add a slice or cube of watermelon, or sliced strawberry, to the rim of each glass. Some fresh mint leaves are also lovely for a pop of flavor!
Coconut milk makes a great alternative to yogurt in this recipe. For a thick smoothie use thin coconut milk or oat creamer; or for a thicker, creamier drink use canned coconut cream or cashew cream.
Flash freeze the watermelon cubes before blending with the strawberry yogurt. You can add a bit more ice, too. However, keep in mind that if you add a whole lot more ice, this will dilute the luscious watermelon and strawberry flavors.
Absolutely! Feel free to prepare this recipe as an adults-only boozy treat by adding 4 oz of vodka or rum while blending.
Yes and yes! As-is this recipe makes 4 generous servings. Reduce the ingredients by half to make Watermelon Smoothies for two, or double (or triple!) the recipe for a party. You’ll just likely have to make it in several blender batches. Use the handy “serving slider” in the recipe form below to help.
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Easiest Healthy Watermelon Smoothie Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh ripe watermelon cubes from a seedless melon
- 1 cup strawberry yogurt regular or a dariy-free variety
- 4 cups ice
- 1-2 tablespoons granulated sugar optional (Only needed if the watermelon isn’t very sweet.)
Instructions
- Place the watermelon cubes and yogurt in the blender. Cover and puree until smooth. Taste to determine if sugar is needed.
- Add the ice cubes (and sugar if desired). Then cover and puree until smooth.
- Serve immediately.
I’m not usually a fan of watermelon flavored things, but this smoothie is actually very good! I’m surprised how much I liked it!