Enjoy the refreshing flavors of summer with this Watermelon Smoothie recipe. It’s a creamy and delicious blend of watermelon, strawberries, vegan yogurt, and lime, making it the perfect choice for a summer treat.
Watermelon Smoothie
Watermelon is indeed one of the most delightful fruits that come into season during the warmer months. Its ripe and juicy sweetness can instantly brighten any day. As the temperature rises, the desire for all things watermelon tends to increase exponentially, and this smoothie is a perfect way to enjoy its refreshing taste.
This watermelon smoothie achieves its indulgent creaminess through a simple combination of six basic ingredients. It includes fresh watermelon, frozen strawberries, vegan yogurt, lime juice, lime zest, and a frozen banana for added sweetness and flavor. It’s a delightful and refreshing way to savor the essence of summer!
ESSENTIAL COMPONENTS
- Watermelon: Scoop out the ripe flesh of a watermelon to use in this fun smoothie.
- Strawberries: You can use either frozen pre-sliced strawberries or regular frozen strawberries for this recipe.
- Banana: Freeze at least 1 to 2 bananas to achieve that ultimate creamy texture.
- Vegan Yogurt: Opt for your favorite vegan yogurt brand. The Forager Project unsweetened variety is a great choice, as it’s thick, creamy, and has a pleasant tang.
- Lime: You’ll need both the juice and zest of a lime to add a zesty kick to the smoothie.
- Maple Syrup: This sweetener helps balance out the tanginess from the lime and yogurt, providing a touch of sweetness.
HOW TO MAKE A CREAMY WATERMELON SMOOTHIE
To create this smoothie, you’ll require a high-speed blender with a tamper. Simply place all your ingredients into the blender and blend at high speed until your smoothie reaches a smooth consistency. If you prefer an even creamier and thicker texture, be sure to utilize the tamper to assist in pushing the frozen fruits closer to the blades, ensuring they blend as smoothly as possible.
TIPS FOR THE BEST WATERMELON SMOOTHIE
Adjusting Creaminess: You can easily control the thickness of your smoothie by adjusting the liquid. The ingredients listed in the recipe should yield a pretty creamy and scoopable texture. If you prefer a thinner consistency, you can add a small amount of water, starting with 1/4 cup, and then add more as needed until you reach your desired thickness.
Serving in a Mini Watermelon: To add a fun presentation element, you can serve your smoothie in a mini watermelon. Here’s how: Take a mini watermelon, cut it in half, scoop out the flesh, and cut the very end of the rind on one end to help it sit flat on a table. When your smoothie is ready, simply scoop it into the hollowed-out watermelon half. It makes for a visually appealing and eco-friendly serving option. After you’re done enjoying your smoothie, you can compost the watermelon rind.
Banana Substitution: If you’re not a fan of bananas or prefer a different flavor profile, you can replace the banana with frozen zucchini. Peel the zucchini, cut it into small chunks, and freeze them in your freezer for later use. Frozen zucchini can provide a creamy texture and add a mild flavor to your smoothie.
INGREDIENTS
- 3 cup fresh watermelon
- 4 cup frozen strawberries
- 4 frozen banana
- Juice and zest of half a lime
- 4 tbsp vegan yogurt
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
INSTRUCTIONS
- Add all of your ingredients to a high-speed blender in the order listed, ensuring that the watermelon goes in first.
- Cover the blender with its lid.
- Blend the ingredients on high speed, using a tamper to assist in pushing the fruit closer to the blender’s blades.
- Once your smoothie is well blended and has reached the desired consistency, pour it into a glass for immediate enjoyment. Alternatively, you can serve it in a hollowed-out watermelon rind for a fun and visually appealing presentation.
NOTES
Adjusting Creaminess: You can easily control the thickness of your smoothie by adjusting the liquid. The ingredients listed in the recipe should yield a pretty creamy and scoopable texture. If you prefer a thinner consistency, you can add a small amount of water, starting with 1/4 cup, and then add more as needed until you reach your desired thickness.
Serving in a Mini Watermelon: To add a fun presentation element, you can serve your smoothie in a mini watermelon. Here’s how: Take a mini watermelon, cut it in half, scoop out the flesh, and cut the very end of the rind on one end to help it sit flat on a table. When your smoothie is ready, simply scoop it into the hollowed-out watermelon half. It makes for a visually appealing and eco-friendly serving option. After you’re done enjoying your smoothie, you can compost the watermelon rind.
Banana Substitution: If you’re not a fan of bananas or prefer a different flavor profile, you can replace the banana with frozen zucchini. Peel the zucchini, cut it into small chunks, and freeze them in your freezer for later use. Frozen zucchini can provide a creamy texture and add a mild flavor to your smoothie.