Enjoy a burst of hydration with this fizzy watermelon slushie recipe! With only three ingredients it's easy to whip up and the perfect way to cool down on a summer's day.
Naturally sweetened, you can enjoy this watermelon slushie virgin as is or spiked. We all know we need to keep our water intake high, especially in the summer months. And since watermelon is 92% water, it's the perfect food to get the job done!
Watermelon is also the perfect drink to sip on because it's so low in calories!
This watermelon slushie recipe contains only three ingredients and you won't believe that it comes together un under 5-minutes!
As a Certified Nutrition Coach, it's a total summertime staple (as are these frozen chocolate-covered bananas!)
This slushie is:
- quick to make
- refreshing
- hydrating
- a great way to fuel up while still playing
Ingredients You Need To Make The Recipe
As mentioned, this recipe only requires three ingredients keeping it ultra-simple!
Watermelon: frozen watermelon chunks work best for the slushie and definitely ups the "cool" factor of it. However, fresh watermelon will work as well!
Strawberries: the slushy is naturally sweetened (and naturally pink!) from strawberries! Again, frozen will create a better, chunkier texture but both will work.
Perrier: the easiest way to make something "fancy" is to add a bit of fizz! This is my staple when it comes to healthy mocktails too. While you can use flavored Perrier, the original works just fine.
Lime Juice: totally optional but a great addition! Lime juice gives a burst of flavor and energy. You can either use the lime juice right in the watermelon slushie or use wedges as a garnish.
How To Make A Spiked Watermelon Slush
One of the most fun things about this fizzy watermelon slushy recipe is that it's fun for kids (virgin!) and adults (spiked!).
If you want to make a Watermelon Slush Cocktail, simply use the additions below:
- 2 shots of your favorite vodka (does anyone else adore Titos?
- Add 5 more strawberries or 3 more ice cubes
Garnish with lime juice and indulge!
And of course, if you need some inspiration for more, check out these easy vodka cocktails!
Step By Step Photos
How To Make Watermelon Slushies
- Add all ingredients except perrier to a high-powered blender.
- Process until combined and semi-smooth (you don't want it too thin).
- Pour into glasses and add in perrier water.
- Garnish with a lime (or lime juice), or fresh mint and serve.
Important Teaching Tips
Frozen watermelon chunks will create a thicker watermelon slush (and chunkier) than fresh watermelon.
You can use flavored perrier water but the recipe is delicious with regular.
Lime juice added onto the top (or lime zest) creates an ultra-refreshing flavor. Note that some people love lemon juice as a flavor combo instead!
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Fizzy Watermelon Slushie Recipe
Yes! watermelon is loaded with water but also some crucial nutrients. It's an easy way to stay hydrated in warmer weather. You can eat watermelon as it, however, many people enjoy freezing watermelon and using them in watermelon slush or as watermelon ice cubes!
Though you can blend the watermelon seeds, most people won't enjoy the texture of them in a drink. If making watermelon juice you can strain the pulp and seeds out after blending. However, if making watermelon slushies you'll want to remove the black seeds prior to blending.
For More Delicious Recipes
- Refreshing Watermelon Smoothie
- Creamy Chunky Monkey Smoothie
- Frozen yogurt bananas
- Chocolate covered frozen bananas
- Vanilla Protein Ice Cream
- Turmeric Peach Smoothie
- Frozen Hot Chocolate
- Cookies and Cream Protein Shake
- Chocolate chip protein powder muffins
- Chocolate coconut energy balls
- Protein granola
- No-bake cookie dough bites
- High protein snack recipes
- No-bake snack recipes
Fizzy Watermelon Slushie
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 cups chopped watermelon seeded
- 7 strawberries
- 5 ice cubes
- 1 can Perrier original
Instructions
- Place the watermelon, strawberries and ice cubes into a powerful blender.
- Blend until combined.
- Pour the mixture into two glasses and top with the Perrier. Once the Perrier hits it will start to fizz.
- Enjoy immediately.
Video
Notes
- Tip: place the watermelon on the bottom (instead of the ice) to make it easier
- Adding some lime juice to the drink makes all the flavors more awesome. You can add the lime juice into the smoothie, as a garnish or squeezed on top.
- You can garnish the watermelon slush with a slice of lime or fresh mint.
Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
Nutrition
This slushy is the perfect way to stay cool in the summer.
It's a summer drink recipe that is a tasty option for both moms and kids to rehydrate! With only three ingredients this slushy recipe whips up in under five minutes and will keep you cool all summer long.
Shelby aka Mama Bear
Michelle
This sounds perfect! Might have to make mine with prosecco though!
fitasamamabear
Haha please do! I'm pregnant and can't drink so for the love of god have one for me!
Dr. Alina Marcu
It looks like a perfect treat for a hot summer day. Gotta try it right away!
fitasamamabear
It's super hot here so I've been rocking this a lot haha
Charlsye
Mmmm. I love anything watermelon and this sounds amazing.
fitasamamabear
And what's better than watermelon and fizziness?!
Moe
OH my this looks great. Watermelon is my favorite summer treat!
fitasamamabear
Same! I could eat watermelon all day- it's perfect.
Megan | Ginger Mom & the Kindle Quest
That looks yummy!
fitasamamabear
Thanks! it's one of my summer favorites!
Shevoneese McFarlane
I'm not a huge fan of watermelons but I must say this looks really delicious and refreshing for any summer BBQ or gathering.
fitasamamabear
It's a really tasty one! I'm a watermelon fiend though so possibly biased 😛
Gloria Harvley
I've never been a fan of watermelon at all, but these photos actually make me want to try this! I'll have to see if it's any good.
fitasamamabear
You don't like watermelon?! How?! lol Glad the pictures look that good though! Hrm.. maybe cantaloupe instead?
Lisa
Yum! This sounds so good and refreshing! I will for sure have to give this a try! Thanks!
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fitasamamabear
It's so deliciously tasty- mainly because watermelon rocks 😉
Luci
Looks delicious and quite refreshing. I will have to give this a try.
fitasamamabear
It's perfect for a hot day!
Allyssa
So refreshing! This tasted so amazing! Thanks a lot for sharing this super easy to make recipe! Fam really loves it! Will surely have this again! Highly recommended!
fitasamamabear
Wahoo! Glad you liked it!
fitasamamabear
Love that you shared it with the fam! It's such a refreshing one!
Sabine
This watermelon slushie is so nice and refreshing. I love it that the recipe adds Perrier instead of water, making it deliciously fizzy.
fitasamamabear
The fizz is a nice summer hit!
Audrey
My kids loved these! Such a fun drink
fitasamamabear
Heheh yay! Mine love it too
Judith
Sounds perfect for these hot summer days.
fitasamamabear
You got that right!
Giangi Townsend
Super refreshing on a very hot day, so yummy, and a thirst quencher. Thank you
Mallory
Oh my gosh this looks so good. Making it ASAP!
fitasamamabear
Enjoy the burst of awesome!
Gina Abernathy
Wow! This hit the spot! The watermelon and strawberries were great together and cooled us off on this hot day. Watermelon is a favorite for us.
fitasamamabear
Watermelon is always a hit in this house too!
Katie
this watermelon slushie is a dream! It's so refreshing and easy to make. Can't wait to make it again!
fitasamamabear
Right?! So perfect for summer!