Low Fat Minty Watermelon Cooler
Feel like making something awesome and cool to drink during the summer months? How about this low-fat minty watermelon cooler? Watermelon recipes like this are perfect for kids and adults. Relax by the pool with your cool drink. Ahh!
Ingredients
- 6 cups seeded watermelon, cut in 1-inch cubes (about 4 lbs. with rind)
- 1 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup skim milk
- Watermelon balls on skewers, or watermelon wedges, tips dipped in finely
- Minced mint (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare watermelon and spread on cookie sheet. Place in freezer till frozen, 1-2 hours.
- Meanwhile, place mint leaves in a bowl and pour boiling water over them.
- Cover and let steep 10 minutes. Drain mint leaves and place reserved liquid in refrigerator to chill. Discard leaves.
- Place frozen watermelon cubes in blender with cool mint liquid, cinnamon, and milk.
- Blend on highest speed till smooth, about 15 seconds.
- Serve in tall glasses garnished with skewered watermelon balls or wedges.
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