Melon Coly

Quench your thirst with the Melon Coly, a vibrant and refreshing drink that’s perfect for warm days! This cantaloupe-based cooler combines the natural sweetness of ripe melon with a zesty splash of lime juice, a hint of honey, and the invigorating aroma of fresh mint leaves. Blended to silky perfection and optionally strained for a smoother texture, this hydrating drink takes just 15 minutes to prepare and delivers a burst of summer in every sip. Serve it over ice and elevate its presentation with optional melon ball garnishes and a sprinkle of lime zest. Ideal for backyard gatherings, brunches, or simply unwinding in the sun, the Melon Coly is your go-to beverage for staying refreshed and indulging in seasonal flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium-sized cantaloupe melon
• 1 lime
• 10 leaves fresh mint leaves
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1.5 cups cold water
• 1 cup ice cubes
• 1 cup melon balls (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Slice the cantaloupe in half and scoop out the seeds.

Step 2

Using a spoon, scoop the melon flesh into chunks and place them into a blender.

Step 3

Zest the lime and set the zest aside for garnish. Then, juice the lime and add the juice to the blender.

Step 4

Add the fresh mint leaves, honey, and cold water to the blender.

Step 5

Blend the mixture on high until smooth and well-combined.

Step 6

Strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove pulp (optional, depending on your texture preference).

Step 7

Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and optionally add a few melon balls for garnish.

Step 8

Pour the strained Melon Coly mixture over the ice and garnish with lime zest and a small sprig of mint.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing drink!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1947.6 grams (1947.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	570

Total Fat 2.50g	3%
Saturated Fat 0.90g	5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 212mg	9%
Total Carbohydrate 143.10g	52%
Dietary Fiber 13.20g	47%
Total Sugars 129.60g
Protein 10.90g	22%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 163mg	13%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 3714mg	79%

*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: 3.5%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 89.6%