Watermelon and Lime Spritzer
If
you need a little something more than water on occasion, try this refreshing
watermelon juice with lime. Watermelon
will restore your energy while a little mint will wake you up.
Benefits of watermelon
Watermelon is full of vitamins A, C and B6, potassium
and amino acids. But possibly the best benefit from watermelon is a phytonutrient called lycopene. Lycopene
provides cardiovascular, bone health, and anti-inflammatory benefits
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 Cups Watermelon
- 4 Sprigs Fresh Mint
- 1 Fresh Lime Juice
- 2 Cups Chilled Sparkling
Water
- 1 Cup Ice
Instructions
Place
the watermelon and the mint in a blender and blend on high until uniformly
combined, about 30 to 60 seconds. Add the lime juice and stir to incorporate.
Pour
the sparkling water into a pitcher and add ice, if using. Stir in watermelon
mixture and mix to combine. Serve immediately
Nutrition per serving (about 6 ounces):
Nutrition per serving (about 6 ounces):
Calories 20, fat 0g,
saturated fat 0g, cholesterol 0mg, fiber 0g, protein 0g, carbohydrate 5g,
sodium 15mg
