**Cool Down with a Refreshing Melon Slush: A Summer Treat for All Ages**
As the sun beats down and temperatures soar, there's nothing quite like a cool and refreshing treat to beat the summer heat. Introducing the Melon Slush, a delightful beverage that combines the juicy sweetness of ripe melons with the icy coolness of a slush. This vibrant and flavorful drink is sure to be a hit with people of all ages, making it the perfect addition to any summer party, picnic, or backyard barbecue. With three variations to choose from—classic melon, strawberry-melon, and tropical melon—there's a flavor combination to satisfy every palate. So gather your ingredients, blend away, and prepare to indulge in the ultimate summer refreshment: the Melon Slush.
MELON SLUSH
This breakfast slushy combines sweet melon with tangy orange juice for a quick summer smoothie.
Provided by Sheila Lukins
Categories Blender Dessert Low Fat Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Backyard BBQ Cantaloupe Summer Birthday Low Cholesterol Orange Juice Parade Fat Free Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher Small Plates
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place crushed ice in a blender. Add the melon and orange juice. Blend until slushy-smooth, about 10 seconds. Serve slush immediately in glasses with slices of melon on the side.
MELON FRUIT SLUSH
This pretty pink drink features fresh honeydew and cantaloupe as well as luscious pineapple, strawberries and bananas.-Jane Walker, Dewey, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 15m
Yield 20-25 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a blender, process the fruit in batches until smooth. Pour into a 3-qt. freezer container. Stir in the water and concentrates. Cover and freeze until icy. To serve, spoon 1/2 cup into a glass; add about 1 cup soda.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 30mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
STRAWBERRY DAIQUIRI SLUSH WITH HONEYDEW MELON
Categories Rum Berry Fruit Dessert No-Cook Picnic Quick & Easy Strawberry Honeydew Spring Summer Vegan Gourmet Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Purée frozen berries, corn syrup, rum to taste, and lime juice in a blender until slushy. Spoon into 6 (8-ounce) wineglasses or other stemmed shallow glasses and top with melon.
MELON AND MINT SLUSH
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories beverage
Time 3m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Add the melon, ice, mint, ginger ale, and sugar to a blender. Pulse until the mixture becomes slushy. Pour into 4 glasses and serve immediately.
MELON SLUSH
Make and share this Melon Slush recipe from Food.com.
Provided by nemokitty
Categories Smoothies
Time 5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Put ice cubes in blender, blend till just crushed. Add rest of ingredients. Blend till combined.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.6, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 26.4, Carbohydrate 14.4, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 13.7, Protein 1.4
MELON DAIQUIRI SLUSH
Categories Fruit
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a blender container combine cubed melon with juice cincentrate, rum and liqueur. cover and blend till smooth. With blender running add ice cubes one a time through hole opening in lid. Pour in stemmed glasses, if desired garnish with melon.
Tips:
- To make the slush even more refreshing, chill the melon and coconut milk before blending.
- For a sweeter slush, add more sugar or honey to taste.
- To make a vegan version of this slush, use almond milk or soy milk instead of coconut milk.
- If you don't have a blender, you can mash the melon and coconut milk together with a fork or spoon until smooth.
- Garnish the slush with a slice of melon, a sprig of mint, or a dollop of whipped cream.
Conclusion:
This refreshing melon slush is the perfect way to cool down on a hot day. It's also a healthy and delicious way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make this slush at home in just a few minutes. So next time you're looking for a refreshing and healthy snack, give this melon slush a try!
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