This Cucumber Melon Mint Smoothie is more of a snack or refreshing drink than a meal, but for some blood-sugar balancing protein, try adding a scoop of collagen powder to it. Unlike gelatin, collagen powder won’t clump in cold liquids.
The name of this smoothie pretty much gives the whole recipe away! Take melon, cucumbers, and fresh mint and blend in your favorite blender with water (or coconut water) and a scoop of collagen if desired.
Feel free to substitute your favorite type of melon e.g watermelon.
I leave the peel on the cucumber for extra nutrients (you may want to peel if non-organic). It’s also a good idea to chop off an inch from both ends of the cucumber to remove the bitter blossom end.
If the cucumber is a bit overgrown (it happens!), half the cucumber and scrape out the largest seeds before blending.
Tip: Give the kids some toothpicks and let them make fancy garnishes with the leftover cucumber and melon!
Ingredients
1 small cucumber
1 cup cantaloupe chunks
1 cup watermelon chunks
½ cup fresh mint leaves
1 cup water or coconut water
Instructions
Peel and dice the cucumber, cantaloupe, and watermelon.
Place all ingredients in a blender and blend on high until smooth.
Serve chilled or over ice and enjoy!
Feel free to add a squeeze of lime juice for a little tartness.
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