Looking for some refreshing creamy watermelon smoothie recipes to try? I’ve got you covered as always! Here are 7 of my favorite watermelon smoothies I recommend you try this summer! They’ll keep you hydrated and stock you up with vitamins and minerals.
Why Make Watermelon Smoothies?
Watermelon is a great source of water, potassium, and antioxidants like beta-carotene and lycopene. Adding this fruit to your diet during the summer will keep you hydrated, prevent dehydration and cell damage.
You see, beta-carotene converts to vitamin A which is great for immunity, skin, eyes, and help your organs function properly. Lycopene on the other hand prevents cell damage and increases the hormone testosterones.
>>Read More About The Benefits Of Watermelon
How To Make Watermelon Smoothies
Your first step in making the perfect watermelon smoothie is to freeze the watermelon overnight or else you’ll be left with a juice instead of a smoothie.
To freeze the watermelon, cut it into little cubes and remove the seeds. Next, spread the watermelon cubes onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper and place it in the fridge for 2 hours.
Once they are firm, transfer the cubes into a freezer-safe zip-lock bag and freeze overnight or up to 2 weeks.
I also recommend you freeze other fruits you intend to add to your watermelon smoothie overnight as well for extra creaminess.
Finally, blend your watermelon cubes along with any fruit of your choice with milk or Greek yogurt and enjoy.
>>Read About What Pairs Well With Watermelon In Smoothies.
7 Delicious Watermelon Smoothie Recipes
After trying over 20 different watermelon smoothie recipes with various fruits, veggies, nuts and seeds, these are the ones I recommend you try. Just so you know, some fruits and veggies taste like crap with watermelon but here are my winners.
Note: to get the full recipe for any of the smoothies below, there is a link at the beginning of each paragraph.
1. Watermelon Peach Banana Smoothie
This watermelon peach banana smoothie contains on 4 ingredients and extra creamy. I recommend you try this one for breakfast if you need to get things going in the digestive tract cause it’s packed with fiber.
2. Watermelon Mango Smoothie
The mangos in this smoothie actually takes the spotlight! The flavors combined will take you on a tropical joy-ride. I really loved this smoothie and if you love mangos you are going to enjoy this smoothie.
3. Watermelon Blueberry Smoothie
This watermelon blueberry smoothie is more like a slushy but it’s really refreshing and packed with amazing antioxidants. Similar to the mango watermelon smoothie above, the blueberries kinda over powers the taste of the watermelon in a good way though.
4. Watermelon Peach Smoothie
Simple but deliciously refreshing, this watermelon peach smoothie is great for a hot summer day, thanks to the added ice, it’ll quench your thirst right away. With just a few ingredients you can whip this smoothie up in less than five!
5. Watermelon Cherry Smoothie
This watermelon cherry smoothie was my personal favorite of all the smoothies on this list. It came out extra creamy and smooth. The cherries added a slight tartness which I absolutely enjoyed. I highly recommend you try this one.
6. Watermelon Strawberry Smoothie
Who doesn’t love strawberries right? Well, if your like me and enjoy them, you are going to love this watermelon strawberry smoothie. It’s rich in vitamin C, antioxidant, and low in calories. Plus, it’s creamy and great for a hot summer day.
7. Watermelon Banana Smoothie
If you want a smoothie that is extra creamy, you’ve got to try this watermelon banana smoothie recipe. It’s low in calories, has a good amount of potassium, fiber, protein and vitamin A & C. Did I mention that it’ll keep you full till lunch?
Who Should Not Drink Watermelon Smoothies
Watermelon combined with other fruits in smoothies can result in a higher sugar intake, therefore, reduce your intake if you’re fructose intolerant, suffer from gas or bloating or diabetes.
Conclusion
I hope you found a smoothie on this list that was appetizing enough to make you wanna make a smoothie right away. If you did, I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments below. You can find me on Pinterest, Flipboard, & Instagram for more smoothie recipes.
