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Looking for a refreshin drink this summer? Here is an ultra simple recipe for Watermelon, Basil, Lime Drink. You only need 3 ingredients and a blender. Perfect for a alcohol-free cocktail as it’s super quick to prepare and healthy too.

The health benefits of watermelon

I love watermelon! Not only is watermelon delicious and easy to eat, it is also very healthy.

First of all, it’s a fruit extremelyrich in wateras it is composed of more than 90% of it! So ideal in summer when it’s very hot. Eating watermelon thus helps to keep hydrated. Therefore, watermelon is also a fruit low in calories : about 38 calories per 100 g.

Watermelon does not only contain water, it also contains vitamins especially vitamin C and antioxidants like lycopene which gives watermelon its beautiful red color.

Recipe for Watermelon, Basil, Lime Drink

For 2 servings you need the following ingredients.

Ingredients

600 g watermelon
1 lime
1 handful of basil leaves
1 teaspoon of agave syrup (optional)
6 ice cubes

Preparation

Cut the watermelon into cubes and remove any seeds. Place the watermelon cubes in a blender.

Add the basil leaves, the lime juice and possibly the agave syrup. Mix everything until you get a drink.

Place a few ice cubes in a glass, pour in the watermelon, basil and lime drink. Decorate with a few basil leaves and a lime wedge.

Note

If your blender is strong enough, you can blend the watermelon with the ice cubes directly. You will get a granita-style drink, even more refreshing!

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