Ever try blending watermelon before even tasting it?
I did. Thought it’d be a cold glass of summer. Instead, I got this weird, almost minty aroma that hits my nose the second I lift the lid. Bit floral, a little grassy — not what I expected from what was supposed to be a simple fruit. I guess it’s because I added a pinch of basil last minute. Turns out, blending watermelon isn’t just for juice. It’s a fresh start, a weird little ritual before the hot days are gone. No fancy ingredients, just the sound of ice cracking and that pink, juicy mess turning into something that’s kind of like drinking a perfectly chilled bite of honesty. It’s the kind of thing you make when you’re tired of smoothies with bananas or berries. Sometimes, you just need to see what the fruit can really do.
Watermelon Basil Smoothie
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Place the watermelon cubes into the blender, ensuring they are evenly distributed.4 cups watermelon cubes
- Add the fresh basil leaves on top of the watermelon in the blender. Then, pour in the ice cubes.4 cups watermelon cubes
- Secure the lid on the blender and blend on high speed for about 30 seconds, until the mixture is smooth and frothy with a vibrant pink color.
- Check the consistency; if desired, add more ice and blend briefly to chill further and thicken slightly.
- Pour the smoothie into glasses, garnish with small basil leaves if desired, and serve immediately with a straw.
Notes
Maybe I’ll keep it in my rotation. Or maybe just as a reminder that sometimes, changing how you blend fruit makes all the difference. Who knew the fruit in your fridge could surprise you like this? Anyway, it’s good. I think I’ll have another.