Watermelon-Strawberry Slush

By Florence Fabricant

Updated June 23, 2016

  • Craig Lee for The New York Times
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Perhaps watermelon fans already know that a chilled wedge is not the only way to enjoy it. What about drinking it instead? Here, watermelon and strawberries are blended with a little sugar, lemon juice and a healthy glug of rum or vodka. Leave the spirits out if you're serving teetotalers or children. Paper umbrella optional.

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Ingredients

Yield:2 servings

  • 1 cup hulled fresh strawberries

  • 1 ½ cups cubed, seeded watermelon

  • 1 to 3 tablespoons sugar, to taste

  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

  • 1 cup ice cubes

  • ¼ cup vodka or white rum (optional)

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Nutritional analysis per serving (2 servings)

29 grams carbs; 177 calories; 2 grams fiber; 7 milligrams sodium; 1 gram protein; 24 grams sugar

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Place all ingredients in a blender, and process until smooth. Pour into 2 glasses, and serve.

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eleni

A recommendation: If you have space in your freezer, freeze the cubed watermelon rather than watering-down the taste by using ice cubes.

Eleanor

I make strawberry and watermelon juice frequently. People love it.

I use organic strawberries and keep them unhulled and frozen as a staple. I add a few to my cold watermelon and turn on the vitamix. Simple, delicious and refreshing. No added sugar.

ChrisW

I agree. No added sugar. I muddled some fresh basil into the glass!

Meghan

FANTASTIC! Got rave reviews at the party. I used basil simple syrup. Also used frozen watermelon and frozen strawberries and there was not enough liquid. Next time I will only freeze one of the fruits. We mixed in tequila and it was super delicious. Great to have one drink that can work so well for both boozy and NA drinks.

Shazziz

Added lime instead of lemon, no strawberries, no sugar and tequila!

BJ

I am allergic to strawberries. Any suggestions for an alternate berry or fruit?

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