When I was training for a marathon years ago, my favorite way to rehydrate and replenish my electrolytes was with slabs of juicy ripe watermelon. The refreshing taste and healtfulness of this red-fleshed melon inspired me to create a tasty variety of watermelon drink recipes. This watermelon iced tea is akin to a yummy slushy for adults.

Blended Watermelon Iced Tea

Makes 8

Ingredients:

• 4 cups cubed, seedless, rindless watermelon, partially frozen
• 2 cups your favorite herbal tea, cold
• Juice and zest of 1 lime
• Pinch of salt
• Sugar to taste
• Handful of ice

Directions:

1. Combine watermelon, tea, lime zest and juice, salt and sugar in a food processor. Pulse to combine.
2. Add ice and pulse until ice is crushed.
3. Serve immediately or, if you want the drink to be more icy, place bowl of food processor in the freezer for 30 minutes and then pulse a few times before serving.

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