Hydrating Watermelon & Cucumber Juice
Watermelon and cucumber blend into a refreshing, naturally sweet juice brightened with lime and fresh mint.
Few combinations feel as cooling as watermelon and cucumber, and blending them together makes for a juice that tastes like summer distilled into a glass.
Both ingredients are made up mostly of water, which is why this drink is often reached for as a light, hydrating option — and good hydration is frequently mentioned alongside skin health and anti-aging routines. Fresh lime juice and mint add a clean, herbal edge that keeps the sweetness in check.
Blend, strain if you prefer it smooth, and pour over plenty of ice. A few extra mint leaves blended in, rather than just added as garnish, give the whole glass a cleaner, more herbal edge if you enjoy a stronger mint flavor. Freeze any leftover juice in ice pop molds for a naturally sweet, hydrating treat on a hot afternoon instead of letting it go to waste in the fridge.
Ingredients
- 4 cups watermelon — deseeded, cubed
- 2 cups cucumber — peeled and chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice — freshly squeezed
- 4-5 leaves fresh mint — optional, for extra freshness
- 1 teaspoon honey — optional, for natural sweetness
- 1 cup ice cubes — for serving
Instructions
- 1Add watermelon, cucumber, lime juice, and mint leaves to a blender or juicer.
- 2Blend until smooth. Taste and add honey if desired for sweetness.
- 3Strain the juice if you prefer a smoother texture.
- 4Pour into glasses over ice and garnish with extra mint leaves if desired.