Refreshing Watermelon Ice Cubes
These watermelon ice cubes are a quick and easy way to add a burst of fresh, juicy sweetness to your summer drinks, perfect for cooling down on hot days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4-6 hours (including freezing time)
- Yield: About 24 ice cubes 1x
- Category: Beverage Additive
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups (450g) fresh seedless watermelon chunks
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lime juice
- Optional: pinch of sea salt
- Optional: a few fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Cut about 3 cups (450g) of seedless watermelon into chunks, removing any seeds.
- Place the watermelon chunks into a blender and pulse until smooth, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Optional: Pour the blended watermelon through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl to remove pulp for a smoother texture.
- Stir in 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of fresh lime juice.
- Optional: Add a pinch of sea salt or a few chopped mint leaves for extra flavor.
- Pour the watermelon mixture evenly into an ice cube tray, leaving a small gap at the top.
- Freeze the tray for at least 4-6 hours, preferably overnight. Avoid moving the tray during the first hour.
- Once frozen solid, pop the cubes out and store them in a sealed freezer bag or container.
Notes
Use ripe watermelon for best sweetness. Avoid overblending to prevent mushy cubes. Straining the mixture results in smoother cubes. Freeze on a level surface to ensure even cubes. Store cubes in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Optional flavor variations include adding mint, berries, or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ice cube
- Calories: 1015
- Sugar: 3
- Carbohydrates: 3.5
- Fiber: 0.2
- Protein: 0.1
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