Melon Coolers

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
22%
Melon Coolers
1500 min.
8
83kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and healthy beverage to help you stay cool during those hot summer days? Look no further than these delightful Melon Coolers! Perfectly crafted for everyone, this vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free drink brings together the sweetness of ripe cantaloupe and a fizz of chilled club soda to create an invigorating experience that your taste buds won’t forget.

This recipe is not only simple to prepare but also an excellent way to enjoy the natural flavors of fresh fruit without any added complications. With just a few basic ingredients—cantaloupe, lime juice, and a touch of sugar—you can whip up a delicious, thirst-quenching drink that is low in calories, making it guilt-free to indulge. Plus, by being dairy-free and low FODMAP, it's a fantastic option for those with dietary restrictions.

The best part? You can prepare this delightful beverage in advance. Simply make the melon puree ahead of time and chill it in your fridge. When it’s time to serve, just mix in the sparkling club soda, and you have an effervescent treat ready to impress your guests! Garnish each glass with refreshing lime wedges and juicy honeydew melon slices for a vibrant presentation that says summer is here. So gather your friends, and let’s toast to sunny days with these irresistible Melon Coolers!

Ingredients

  • pound cantaloupe seeded cut into 1-inch cubes ( 8 cups)
  • quart club soda chilled
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • slices garnish: lime wedges; honeydew melon 
  • tablespoon sugar 
  • 1.5 cups water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • blender
  • kitchen towels
  • colander
  • cheesecloth

Directions

  1. Purée cantaloupe in batches with water in a blender.
  2. Transfer to a colander lined with a kitchen towel (not terry cloth) or fine cheesecloth set over a deep bowl and let drain 1 hour. Gather ends of towel and very gently squeeze any remaining juice from melon, then discard solids.
  3. Stir in lime juice, sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt and chill 1 hour.
  4. Divide among 8 (10-ounces) glasses and top off with club soda.
  5. Drink, without club soda, can be made 4 days ahead and chilled.
  6. Add soda just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories83kcal
Protein8.13%
Fat4.06%
Carbs87.81%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.2
Glycemic Load
12.32
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
10.275652255701%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Hesperetin
0.22mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
1.45mg
Kaempferol
0.16mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:83.39kcal
4.17%
Fat:0.41g
0.64%
Saturated Fat:0.12g
0.72%
Carbohydrates:20.17g
6.72%
Net Carbohydrates:18.35g
6.67%
Sugar:19.4g
21.56%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:95.15mg
4.14%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.87g
3.74%
Vitamin A:7671.25IU
153.42%
Vitamin C:25.32mg
30.69%
Copper:0.21mg
10.38%
Potassium:360.79mg
10.31%
Folate:31.95µg
7.99%
Vitamin B3:1.58mg
7.88%
Magnesium:31.27mg
7.82%
Zinc:1.12mg
7.48%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.44%
Fiber:1.83g
7.3%
Vitamin K:6.14µg
5.84%
Selenium:3.87µg
5.52%
Iron:0.88mg
4.87%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.73%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.57%
Phosphorus:38.84mg
3.88%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.64%
Calcium:27.98mg
2.8%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.41%
Source:Epicurious