Refreshing Strawberry Watermelon Electrolyte Drink
A hydrating and refreshing summer drink combining watermelon, strawberries, lemon, and a pinch of salt to replenish electrolytes naturally. Perfect for hot days, post-workout, or anytime you need a cooling boost.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups diced seedless watermelon
- 2 cups hulled and halved strawberries (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 1/4 teaspoon natural sea salt (fine sea salt or Himalayan pink salt recommended)
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup (optional)
- 1 cup cold water or coconut water (240 ml)
- Ice cubes as needed for serving
- Splash of sparkling water (optional, for fizz)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional, for dairy-free hydrating twist)
Instructions
- Rinse strawberries and hull them. Cut watermelon into chunks, removing seeds if necessary (about 5 minutes).
- Add watermelon and strawberries to a high-speed blender. Pour in fresh lemon juice and cold water or coconut water.
- Blend on high for about 1 minute until smooth and vibrant pink.
- Taste the mixture. If too thick, add a splash more water. If not sweet enough, blend in honey or agave syrup gradually (2-3 minutes).
- Stir in 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt to enhance electrolyte balance.
- Optional: Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a serving pitcher for a smoother drink, pressing pulp gently to extract liquid.
- Chill the pitcher in the fridge for about 30 minutes or serve immediately with ice cubes.
- Optional: Just before serving, add a splash of sparkling water for a lively fizz.
Notes
Use cold ingredients for best refreshment. Adjust sweetness based on fruit ripeness. Adding salt is key for electrolyte balance. For a fizz, add sparkling water just before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 48 hours and stir before serving. Avoid freezing to maintain texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 oz (240 ml) per se
- Calories: 6080
- Sugar: 1216
- Sodium: 100
- Carbohydrates: 1520
- Fiber: 12
- Protein: 1
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