Four cups of de-seeded watermelon and two cups of skinned cucumber. Blended together until smooth. Strained if you want it clear. Chilled in the fridge for at least eight hours. Served cold.
The cucumber mellows the sweetness of the watermelon and makes the drink taste cooler than its temperature. Eight hours in the fridge lets the flavours blend. What comes out is a pale pink, cold, hydrating drink that tastes like a spa and costs nothing to make. We keep making this on repeat all summer.
Tips for Making Watermelon Cucumber Cooler
Skin the cucumber before blending
The green skin adds a bitter flavour and a colour that muddies the pale pink. Peel it completely with a vegetable peeler.
Two cups of skinned, sliced cucumber. Roughly chopped is fine since everything gets blended.
Chill for at least eight hours
The flavours need time to merge. Freshly blended, you taste watermelon and cucumber separately. After eight hours, they become one drink.
Strain through a fine mesh sieve if you want a clear drink. Unstrained has more body and a slight pulpiness.
Watermelon Cucumber Cooler
- Total Time: 500 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6-8
- Diet: Vegan
Description
A refreshing watermelon cucumber drink perfect for cooling off on a hot summer day.
Ingredients
- 4 cups watermelon, de-seeded and chopped
- 2 cups cucumber, skinned and sliced
Instructions
- Blend the watermelon and cucumber together until smooth.
- Strain the mixture to remove any pulp if desired.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add sweetener?
You can, but the watermelon is naturally sweet. Taste after chilling. A teaspoon of honey or agave is enough if you want more sweetness.
Can I add alcohol?
Vodka or gin both work. Add one to two ounces per glass. The cucumber flavour pairs especially well with gin.
How long does this keep?
Up to two days in the fridge. Stir before serving as the watermelon settles.
