If you want to incorporate beneficial spices, roots, herbs and botanicals into your daily ritual, healing drinks like this Watermelon with Ginger, Lime and a Hint of Mint Smoothie is an easy way to do so. Pour it, sip it, savor it: this metabolism-boosting, hormone-balancing drink will satisfy your every mood and need.
1/2TeaspoonGingerJuice from fresh ginger root. Vary to taste
1/2TeaspoonLemon JuiceOr Lime juice
1/4TeaspoonHimalayan Pink SaltOr to taste
2TablespoonsMint LeavesFresh Leaves. Vary to taste
1/8TeaspoonCayenne PepperOr to taste
Instructions
Cut and slice watermelon into 2-inch cubes and add to blender. Add mint leaves, salt, lemon/lime juice, cayenne pepper and ginger juice.
Blend on high speed. Taste and adjust flavor as needed, adding more water melon for sweetness, salt for extra electrolytes, or mint for a more intense herb flavor.
Divide between serving glasses and enjoy. Optional: Garnish with fresh mint. Best when fresh, though leftovers will keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Freeze leftovers in ice cube trays or popsicle molds for an afternoon pick-me-up.