This refreshing blended cucumber-melon smoothie couldn’t be simpler. If you prefer a less slushy drink (think agua fresca), strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer and serve over ice.

Time: 5 minutes

Serves: 2

Ingredients

  • 2 cups chopped melon (honeydew, watermelon, or cantaloupe)
  • 1 mini cucumber, chopped
  • 1 Tbs. freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 cup ice cubes

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine all the ingredients and blend on high until smooth. 

Nutrition Information

Per serving (1 cup):

  • Calories: 70
  • Total fat: 0 g
  • Saturated fat: 0 g
  • Carbs: 19 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Total sugars: 15 g
  • Added sugars: 0 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Sodium: 30 mg
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Spring & Summer Vegetables

Eat more vegetables! Giving advice is easy. Figuring out what to do is another thing entirely. In this installment of The Healthy Cook’s Kitchen series, chef Kate Sherwood works her veggie magic in dishes like Rainbow Carrot Salad, Roasted Ratatouille, and Zucchini “Butter.”

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