Description
The perfect drink to cool you off on a hot day. Fresh watermelon is blended smooth and sweetened with a light touch of lime and basil infused simple syrup.
Ingredients
Scale
For the simple syrup
- 3/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 lime, zested
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water
For the watermelon cooler
- 3 cups diced, seedless watermelon
- 1 cup water
Instructions
For the simple syrup
- Place the basil and lime zest in a bowl.
- Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan and set over medium-high heat. Let mixture come to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and pour over the basil and lime zest. Let cool.
For the watermelon
- Place the watermelon in a blender and pulse a few times. Add the water and puree until smooth. Work in batches if necessary.
For the cooler
- Pour the watermelon mixture into glasses. Add 1-2 teaspoons of the simple syrup. Stir, add ice and serve.
Notes
- Makes about 3 cups.
- There will be extra simple syrup. Store it covered in the fridge and use it to mix into still or sparkling water.
- You can a little more water to dilute for a milder watermelon flavor.
- Add jalapeno slices to the simple syrup for a little kick.
Nutrition
- Calories: 338
- Sugar: 79
- Sodium: 18
- Fat: 1
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 86
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 0