Watermelon Basil Cooler

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4.13 from 8 votes

Watermelon is probably one of my summer highlights. Is it embarrassing to admit I actually did a little happy dance in the grocery store when I saw the first ones this year? Yeah… well…

Watermelon Basil Cooler. A cool, refreshing summer drink that takes 10 minutes to make!

To me, eating cold, ripe watermelon first thing in the morning on a hot day is nothing short of bliss. I’m not much of a morning person, so waking up to something crunchy, sweet and hydrating helps me feel a little bit more ready for the day.

Watermelon Basil Cooler. A cool, refreshing summer drink that takes 10 minutes to make!

This simple, watermelon and basil cooler is a cool, refreshing summer drink that kids and adults alike will love. The herbs add another dimension to the watermelon’s flavour, complimenting it beautifully – but if you don’t like them, just leave them out.

Watermelon Basil Cooler. A cool, refreshing summer drink that takes 10 minutes to make!

This whole drink comes together in about 5 minutes, so you can spend plenty of time outside sipping on it with your friends and family.

Watermelon Basil Cooler. A cool, refreshing summer drink that takes 10 minutes to make!
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4.13 from 8 votes

Watermelon Basil Cooler

Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 Watermelon
  • 5-6 Fresh Basil Leaves
  • 3-4 Fresh Mint Leaves
  • Juice of half a lime

Instructions

  • Chop the watermelon and remove any seeds. Chop and place into a blender with the basil and mint leaves.
  • Taste and add more herbs if you’d like to.
  • Serve cold over ice. Store in an airtight glass container in the fridge for 1-2 days. Best consumed immediately.

Images by Lauren Caris Short.

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