Three reasons this is great, it is super refreshing on a hot day, uses in season produce and is good for you.
Plus, I bet you didn’t you know Watermelon is full of iron? I totally had no idea, but it has the same amount of iron as spinach but is easier to absorb. Sweet. The flavour of this is very delicate but you can definitely pick out the raspberries and watermelon and just the slightest hint of basil. So see, this is totally good for you, even if you add a touch of Vodka.
Since the Presto Pasta roundup will go up tomorrow, I thought I would post this today. Plus, I may have gone through an entire mini watermelon in the last three days just by myself, and I wanted to share the fun. Enjoy the holiday weekends everybody!
Watermelon and Basil Smoothie
(makes 2 servings)
the flesh of half a miniature watermelon
1/3 cup fresh raspberries
two fresh basil leaves
3-4 ice cubes
Throw it all in your blender or Vita-Mix and blend until smooth. Serve immediately.
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I totally did not know that about watermelon. Genius! I'll be buying one tomorrow for the 4th of July festivities!
I am addicted to watermelon, really. I can't wait to try this!
Can't wait for my watermelon in the garden!!
SarahKate – isn't it though? My trainer told me and I was totally stoked.
Maria – I am just forming the addiction, but now, with this, I am hooked!
Deborah – I want watermelon in the garden! I need a bigger garden
Slurpingly delicious and I can't wait to try it. Probably late next week, if things on South Beach go as planned.
Looking forward to the Presto Pasta Night roundup even if I can't eat any yet.
That sounds so wonderful! I can't wait to try.
Watermelon and basil- this is next on my list! Hmmm, this may result in the Great Basil Experiment of '09…
What a delicious combination! Sounds so refresh and tasteful!
What an unusual way to use basil! I do adore watermelon though, so I bet it would be really tasty.
This must be fantastic… If I wasn't working right now I would run home and make this asap.
Vanessa – maybe we shoudl make a badge? I could definitely be part of the great basil experiment!
Hanna – I am using basil more and more and am always happily surprised.
Angelique – lets be serious. Go home at lunch and add some vodka!