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June 4, 2015

Watermelon Slushies

Cold and refreshing Watermelon Slushies will hit the spot as the days get hotter and cravings for watermelon get stronger.


Watermelon Slushies for a fun summer drink

What I love about my job is that recipes can be very powerful; often times memories are tied to specific foods that take you back to your childhood. When I was in elementary school, there was a roller skating rink nearby where everyone would have their birthday parties. I never did get the hang of roller blades, but I could at least roller skate. You would skate around to your favorite 90s songs and even do dances like the chicken dance and the hokey pokey. Of course since you’re there for several hours, you got thirsty, which then you would head towards the snack bar. The snack bar had one of those dual slushie machines where you could pick from two flavors. Most of the time it was cherry or blue raspberry, but sometimes they would also have Coke. When I ordered one, I would almost always get a mix of cherry and blue raspberry in one cup (but secretly the cherry was my favorite). Unfortunately, the skating rink closed. Another company did reopen it again as a skating rink, but it just wasn’t the same after that. Now I think it’s a restaurant and gym.

I’m trying really hard to remember the last time I had a slushie. I’m sure I had one a few more times after my skating rink days, but nothing that really stands out. Now that the weather is getting hotter, I’m craving a lot of cold drinks and treats. I tried my hand at some watermelon ice cream, but I have mixed feelings on the recipe. I already did watermelon sorbet and watermelon popsicles – how else can I cool down this summer with watermelon? That’s when I got the idea to do these Watermelon Slushies as my last recipe for Watermelon Week that I’m hosting. Watermelon may not have been a flavor that the skating rink sold, but they should have! It’s sweet. It’s refreshing. It’s the perfect way to rehydrate yourself after a long day of exercise. Even if you have no plans of exercising, you can still enjoy these slushies as the days get hotter and the cravings for watermelon get stronger.


Watermelon Slushies for a fun summer drink

Watermelon is the perfect way to rehydrate yourself as watermelon is 92 percent water. You probably already know that watermelon is healthy, but did you know it’s now certified by the American Heart Association as a heart healthy food? I certainly didn’t know that! I knew it was packed full of vitamins and nutrients but didn’t realize it was super healthy for your heart. Another great reason to eat more watermelon.


Watermelon Slushies for a fun summer drink

Let’s talk about the definition of a slushie. A slushie is a frozen drink usually made with fruit and ice processed in a blender. Since I’m not a fan of ice, I tried this recipe both ways – with ice and with frozen watermelon cubes instead of ice. It was easier to blend with ice as the watermelon turns into liquid needed to make it smooth. With the frozen watermelon cubes, I had to add some water to get it started. You can absolutely make this recipe either way, especially if you have some frozen watermelon you need to use up. You can also use lemons instead of lime (and even add some alcohol if you had a long day ;) )

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Watermelon Slushies

Watermelon Slushies

Yield: 2
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cubed watermelon
  • 1 cup ice
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2-4 tablespoons sugar

Instructions

  1. In a blender, blend together the watermelon, ice, lime juice, and 2 tablespoons sugar. Taste and add extra sugar, if necessary. Serve immediately.

Notes

You can skip the ice and use frozen watermelon cubes. Add a little bit of water to the blender before blending.

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© Carla Cardello (www.chocolatemoosey.com)

 

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Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Watermelon.org. Thank you for supporting me and the companies I work with as sponsored posts help pay for the costs of running Chocolate Moosey, including website hosting and groceries for recipe development.

Filed Under: Drinks, Ice Cream + Frozen Tagged With: 30 minute recipes, dairy free, eggless, lime, recipes for two, summer, vegan, watermelon

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  1. [email protected] says

    June 4, 2015 at 8:04 AM

    What a gorgeous recipe!!!! We love watermelon around here. Glad to hear it’s also heart healthy, ‘cuz we were going to eat it anyway! Awesome pictures and recipe Carla!

    Reply
    • Carla says

      June 5, 2015 at 2:32 PM

      It’s always a bonus when an ingredient you love is healthy as well! Thanks, Allie.

      Reply
  2. Melissa says

    June 4, 2015 at 9:30 AM

    I love slushies and this watermelon slushie is perfect for a hot summer day!

    Reply
    • Carla says

      June 5, 2015 at 2:32 PM

      Agreed! Thanks, Melissa.

      Reply
  3. Susan says

    June 4, 2015 at 9:40 AM

    These slushies sound wonderful. But I’m having a hard time wrapping my brain around the idea of skating to 90s music in elementary school… (perhaps because I last was in elementary school in 1956…) …and being an adult. I guess age does weird things to one’s sense of time. :-)

    Reply
    • Carla says

      June 5, 2015 at 2:33 PM

      And now you have an idea on how old I am ;) Regardless, slushies for all! Thanks Susan.

      Reply
  4. Julianne @ Beyond Frosting says

    June 4, 2015 at 11:17 AM

    What a great summer treat!

    Reply
    • Carla says

      June 5, 2015 at 2:33 PM

      Thanks, Julianne!

      Reply
  5. Danae @ Recipe Runner says

    June 4, 2015 at 12:01 PM

    These watermelon slushies look so refreshing and perfect for drinking on a hot day!

    Reply
    • Carla says

      June 5, 2015 at 2:33 PM

      They sure are. Thanks, Danae!

      Reply
  6. Annamaria @ Bakewell Junction says

    June 7, 2015 at 10:06 PM

    Carla,
    I love watermelon and this slushie looks great.
    Annamaria

    Reply
  7. Courtney @ Pizzazzerie says

    June 8, 2015 at 11:30 AM

    These look SO good! I could live on watermelon alone in the summer! It’s my favorite fruit!

    Reply
  8. Lori @ Foxes Love Lemons says

    June 8, 2015 at 1:59 PM

    Oh, I used to love roller skating, too. And our roller skating rink actually FELL DOWN. Like, there was a storm, and the whole thing collapsed. Real safe. They re-built, but like you said – it was never the same after that!

    I can’t get over how incredibly REFRESHING these look. Your photography is stunning!

    Reply
  9. Karly says

    June 9, 2015 at 9:37 AM

    Love these! We always have extra watermelon on hand in the summer…it’s our favorite snack!

    Reply
  10. Susan says

    June 10, 2015 at 10:18 PM

    Oh I miss going to the roller rink of course for me it was junior high. Friday night wasn’t complete without a trip to the rink, slushies, early 90’s music and black light skating! Why didn’t they ever had watermelon flavor? It would definitely surpass all the others!

    Reply
  11. Lauren @ Healthy Delicious says

    June 11, 2015 at 10:50 PM

    I love how simple these slushies are – yum! Definitely making them this summer.

    Reply
  12. Haadia says

    May 2, 2017 at 2:34 AM

    I love watermelon – it’s one of my favourite fruits. But I just wanted to ask a quick question… Do you pick out the seeds from the watermelon cubes or do you blend them along with?

    Reply
    • Carla says

      May 2, 2017 at 9:34 AM

      You can pick out the black seeds, but you can leave the white ones. When you strain it, it’ll catch the solids and crushed seeds.

      Reply

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