Melon Ball Smoothie

Cool, refreshing, and bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe melons, this Melon Ball Smoothie is the ultimate summer drink! Made with a trio of cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon, this vibrant smoothie not only delivers a refreshing taste but also packs a powerhouse of vitamins and hydration. Blended to creamy perfection with Greek yogurt, a splash of tangy lime juice, and a touch of optional honey for added sweetness, it’s as nutritious as it is indulgent. The icy texture makes it perfect for hot days, and a garnish of fresh mint adds a touch of elegance. Ready in just 10 minutes, this quick and easy smoothie recipe is perfect for breakfast, a healthy snack, or even a light dessert. Serve it in frosty glasses for the ultimate melon lover's treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup (scooped into balls or diced) cantaloupe
• 1 cup (scooped into balls or diced) honeydew melon
• 1 cup (scooped into balls or diced, seeds removed) watermelon
• 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for added sweetness)
• 1 cup ice cubes
• 3 leaf mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the melons. Scoop or dice the cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon to measure 1 cup of each. Remove seeds from the watermelon if necessary.

Step 2

In a blender, add the cantaloupe, honeydew, watermelon, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and honey (if using).

Step 3

Add the ice cubes to the blender to give the smoothie a frosty texture.

Step 4

Blend everything on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. This should take about 1-2 minutes depending on your blender.

Step 5

Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding more honey if desired. Blend for a few more seconds to combine.

Step 6

Pour the smoothie into two serving glasses.

Step 7

Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint leaves, if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1076.5 grams (1076.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	423

Total Fat 1.90g	2%
Saturated Fat 0.70g	3%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 8mg	3%
Sodium 173mg	8%
Total Carbohydrate 75.10g	27%
Dietary Fiber 3.90g	14%
Total Sugars 66.00g
Protein 19.80g	40%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 224mg	17%
Iron 2mg	10%
Potassium 1246mg	27%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 4.3%

Protein: 20.0%

Carbs: 75.7%