Green Tea Watermelon Smoothie
Experience the ultimate thirst-quenching summer refresher. This Green Tea Watermelon Smoothie marries antioxidant-rich green tea with frozen peak-season watermelon, tropical mango, zesty lime, spicy ginger, and cooling fresh mint. Light, hydrating, and anti-inflammatory, it’s the perfect way to cool down on sweltering summer days.
Equipment
- 1 Blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup strong-brewed green tea (chilled)
- 1 cup frozen cubed watermelon
- 1/2 cup frozen mango or pineapple chunks
- 1-2 inch piece of fresh ginger (peeled)
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves (roughly chopped)
Optional Add-ins: (adjust liquid as needed to achieve the desired consistency)
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 avocado
- 1 serving vanilla protein powder
Instructions
- Liquid & Citrus First: Pour your chilled green tea (or coconut water if using frozen tea cubes) and fresh lime juice into the blender base.
- Add the Aromatics and Thickeners: Toss in the peeled fresh ginger and fresh mint leaves. Add the optional thickeners if using.
- The Frozen Layers: Layer in your frozen watermelon cubes, frozen mango (or pineapple), frozen green tea cubes (if using), and the optional frozen banana on top.
- Blend: Start on low speed to crush the dense watermelon cubes, then ramp up to high for 45 to 60 seconds until frosty, uniform, and vibrant pink.
- Taste & Serve: Pour immediately into a chilled glass and garnish with a fresh sprig of mint or a small watermelon wedge.
Notes
Brewing the Green Tea
- To save time when it comes to blending, brew a large batch of your tea in advance and leave it to chill in the fridge.
- If you need to brew it right before blending, put it in the freezer for 5-10 minutes to cool it first. Adding warm tea to the blender will make your smoothie thinner.
- You can also freeze your tea in a Smootheeze half-cup freezer tray and pop two cubes into the blender with 1/4-1/2 cup coconut water for an extra slushy texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 24 oz
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