Watermelon Smoothie
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This watermelon smoothie is creamy, hydrating and ready in just 5 minutes with a handful of simple ingredients. The secret is frozen watermelon and Greek yogurt which gives it that thick, frosty texture that tastes like summer in a glass.
Watermelon season is something I genuinely look forward to every single year and this smoothie is one of my favorite ways to use it up. The Greek yogurt makes it thick, creamy and way more filling than your average fruit smoothie, the frozen watermelon keeps it frosty, and a squeeze of lime brightens everything up perfectly. Five ingredients, five minutes, and it is easily one of the most refreshing things I make all summer!
If you are in full watermelon mode right now you are also going to love my watermelon feta salad and my watermelon fries for two more fun ways to enjoy it all season long.
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Why I Love This Watermelon Smoothie
- The yogurt makes all the difference: Most watermelon smoothies are just blended fruit and water. The Greek yogurt here adds creaminess, protein and real staying power that makes this feel like an actual meal.
- Naturally sweet, no added sugar needed: Ripe watermelon is sweet enough on its own. The maple syrup is completely optional and honestly I rarely reach for it.
- Perfect post workout: The protein from the yogurt and natural hydration from the watermelon make this one of my favorite things to blend up after a sweat session.
- So easy to customize: Swap the raspberries, add fresh mint, go dairy-free with coconut yogurt. Check out my collection of 35+ smoothie recipes for more easy blends to add to your rotation.
“This smoothie is sooo delicious! I’ve had it just about every day since first trying it! I currently dream about this smoothie! I was too impatient to let my watermelon freeze so I did reg watermelon and 3/4 cup of ice instead of the water or milk and it worked beautifully!”
Ingredients Needed
- unsweetened almond milk – the liquid base that helps everything blend smoothly. Any non-dairy milk works here or you can use plain water if that is all you have on hand.
- frozen watermelon cubes – the star of the show and what gives this smoothie its thick frosty texture. Freezing fresh watermelon ahead of time is the move here. See the notes below for exactly how to do it.
- frozen raspberries – adds a subtle tartness that balances the sweetness of the watermelon beautifully. Frozen strawberries work great as a swap if you do not have raspberries.
- plain Greek yogurt – the secret ingredient that makes this smoothie thick, creamy and actually filling. Full-fat is my preference but any yogurt works here including a dairy-free option if needed.
Find the full ingredient list with measurements in the recipe card below.
Watermelon Smoothie Variations
This smoothie is so easy to customize! Whether you want to boost the nutrition, change up the flavor, or make it dairy-free, here are a few fun ways to switch it up:
- Add herbs: Blend in fresh mint or basil for a light, herby twist.
- Boost with seeds: Chia or flaxseeds add fiber and healthy fats.
- Go dairy-free: Use plant-based yogurt or vegan protein powder.
- Tropical upgrade: Swap in coconut milk and add frozen pineapple or mango.
- Extra hydration: Toss in a few slices of cucumber for an ultra-refreshing spin.
How to Make
This watermelon smoothie recipe is super easy to whip up!
Place all your ingredients into a high-speed blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust as desired. You can add more liquid or ice cubes depending on your preferred consistency.
Pour your smoothie into a glass and top with a fresh slice of watermelon. Enjoy!
Brittany’s Tips
- Start with less liquid. Add the almond milk gradually and stop as soon as the smoothie reaches your preferred consistency. It is much easier to thin a smoothie out than to thicken it back up once you have added too much liquid.
- Use seedless watermelon. It blends more smoothly and keeps the texture light without any grittiness.
- Drink it right away. Watermelon has a very high water content so this smoothie will start to separate if it sits too long. Give it a quick stir or re-blend if needed but fresh is always best.
- No time to freeze? Use fresh watermelon and add a handful of ice cubes instead. One of our readers tried this and said it worked beautifully!
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Creamy Watermelon Smoothie with Greek Yogurt
Ingredients
- ¾ cup unsweetened almond milk or water
- 1 cup frozen watermelon cubes
- ¼ cup frozen raspberries
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 Tablespoons lime juice
- 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey, optional
- Toppings: fresh watermelon slices
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into a high speed blender. Blend until smooth.¾ cup unsweetened almond milk or water, 1 cup frozen watermelon cubes, ¼ cup frozen raspberries, ½ cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 Tablespoons lime juice, 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey
- Pour smoothie into a glass and top with a slice of watermelon. Enjoy!Toppings: fresh watermelon slices
Notes
- Cut your watermelon into cubes. Aim for around 1-inch pieces, but don’t worry about being too precise.
- Arrange these cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Freeze until the pieces are solid, about 2 hours.
- Once they’re frozen, you can transfer them to a freezer-safe bag like a Stasher bag or an airtight container. They’ll be good in the freezer for up to three months.
Nutrition
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This is delicious and refreshing!
YAY! I am so happy to hear that you are loving this smoothie, Carol. Thank you for taking the time to share your review & star rating, I really appreciate it!
Just made it & I love it! Very refreshing!
Amazing! I am so glad you are loving this recipe and it turned out great for you, one of my favorites for summer. Thanks for sharing your review + star rating, I really appreciate it!
This smoothie is sooo delicious! I’ve had it just about every day since first trying it! I currently dream about this smoothie! I was too impatient to let my watermelon freeze so I did reg watermelon and 3/4 cup of ice instead of the water or milk and it worked beautifully! 🍉
WOO! This sounds amazing, Taylor. I am so glad you found this recipe and are loving it, it is seriously so perfect for summer! Thank you so much for coming back and sharing your review & star rating, it really means so much to me!
hi, I know I have asked this question before on a different recipe, but is there any replacement I could use for the greek yogurt?
Hey Claire! You can swap the greek yogurt with any yogurt of choice or more liquid if you don’t have yogurt on hand.