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Watermelon Lime Protein Slush
A pink slush for hot days, with very few calories.
- 5 mintime
- 1serving
- 195calories
- 26 gprotein
Watermelon is mostly water, so the slush stays light. Freeze the cubes the night before and the blender does the rest. This is more of a thirst-quencher than a meal.
Ingredients
Makes 1 serving.
- 1 scoop strawberry whey protein powder (about 30 g)
- 1 ½ cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves
- 4 ice cubes
Method
- Freeze the watermelon cubes on a tray, then transfer them to a bag. Two hours is enough.
- Add the frozen watermelon, lime juice, mint, and protein powder to the blender.
- Add the ice and blend for 45 seconds, scraping down the sides once.
- Serve right away, since the slush melts quickly.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 195 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 26 g |
| Carbohydrates | 22 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 17 g |
| Fat | 2 g |
Estimated from standard nutrition data for each ingredient, assuming about 24 g of protein per scoop of whey or casein and 22 g for plant powders. Brands vary, so check your label. Contains: milk.
Tips
- A spoon is helpful. The slush is thick enough to need one.
- Add a spoonful of water to the blender if the blades stall.
Swaps and variations
- Use unflavored whey and a few strawberries for a different flavor.
- Add a pinch of salt. It makes watermelon taste sweeter.
