Summer is the time when one desires a cold refreshing drink, made with many variations. A combination of strawberries, watermelon and lemon juice makes a delicious thirst quencher which is packed with vitamins and antioxidants.

Ingredients:

• Strawberries: 1 ½   cup, Frozen
• Watermelon: 1 ½   cup, Frozen; ½ cup Fresh
• Lemons: 3, juice of lemons extracted
• Mint : 1 tblsp. , chopped
• Honey: 2 tblsp.
• Sugar: 1 tblsp.

Method:

We often store fresh Strawberries, de-stemmed in freezer for using in smoothies. Similarly we also keep chunks of watermelon cut up in ziplock baggies in freezer for watermelon lemonades or slushies. The frozen fruit gives a great texture for slushies and smoothies, but fresh fruit can be substituted too.

In a blender add frozen strawberries, frozen watermelon, some chunks of fresh watermelon, lemon juice, honey, sugar and mint and blend together to puree. Add some ice cubes to make a slushy consistency.

Serve with a mint leaf garnish.

Notes:

Watermelon benefits : Has Antioxidants like Lycopene which help curb risk of diabetes and cancer. Rich in amino acids like Citrulline. Has Beta-cryptoxanthin which prevents inflammation; 92 % water; contains Vit A, B6 &C

Strawberry benefits: Packed with vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants like Polyphenols. Good source of manganese & potassium and has more Vit C than an Orange!