Watermelon Cooler

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Watermelon Cooler
30 min.
8
72kcal

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Are you ready to quench your thirst with a refreshing and delightful beverage that's perfect for hot summer days? Introducing the Watermelon Cooler, a vibrant and tasty drink that captures the essence of summertime in every sip! This gluten-free and dairy-free beverage is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly refreshing, making it an ideal choice for parties, barbecues, or simply enjoying at home.

With just a handful of ingredients, including succulent watermelon, zesty limeade, and bubbly ginger ale, this cooler offers a burst of sweetness and flavor that will leave everyone craving more. Imagine sipping on a drink that is not only delicious but also boasts only 72 calories per serving! Whether you're hosting friends or simply treating yourself, the Watermelon Cooler is a satisfying option that fits into almost any dietary preference.

Additionally, this recipe allows for creativity! Try variations like the Honeydew Cooler or Cantaloupe Cooler, which infuse different melons and unique flavors, ensuring that you can always keep things exciting. Get your blender ready, gather your ingredients, and prepare to wow your guests with this fantastic, thirst-quenching drink. Cheers to warm weather and refreshing sips!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups ginger ale 
  • oz limeade concentrate frozen canned
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • cups watermelon cubes ()

Equipment

  • blender

Directions

  1. Place watermelon cubes in a single layer in an extra-large zip-top plastic freezer bag, and freeze 8 hours.
  2. Let stand at room temperature 15 minutes.
  3. Process half each of watermelon, ginger ale, water, and limeade concentrate in a blender until smooth; pour mixture into a pitcher. Repeat procedure with remaining half of ingredients; stir into pitcher, and serve immediately.
  4. Honeydew Cooler: Substitute 8 cups (1/2-inch) honeydew melon cubes for watermelon cubes and 1 (6-oz.) can frozen lemonade concentrate for limeade concentrate; proceed as directed.
  5. Per (1-cup) serving: Calories 118; Fat 3g (sat 1g, mono 0g, poly 1g); Protein 1g; Carb 30g; Fiber 4g; Chol 0mg; Iron 4mg; Sodium 36mg; Calc 15mg.
  6. Cantaloupe Cooler: Substitute 8 cups (1/2-inch) cantaloupe cubes for watermelon, and add 2 tsp. grated fresh ginger to mixture in blender. Proceed as directed.
  7. Per (1-cup) serving: Calories 117; Fat 3g (sat 1g, mono 0g, poly 1g); Protein 4g; Carb 29g; Fiber 1g; Chol 0mg; Iron 5mg; Sodium 32mg; Calc 19mg.

Nutrition Facts

Calories72kcal
Protein4.7%
Fat2.6%
Carbs92.7%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.21
Glycemic Load
10.56
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
3.2330434613902%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.7mg
Kaempferol
0.68mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:71.7kcal
3.59%
Fat:0.23g
0.35%
Saturated Fat:0.02g
0.15%
Carbohydrates:18.28g
6.09%
Net Carbohydrates:17.68g
6.43%
Sugar:16.18g
17.98%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:5.75mg
0.25%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.93g
1.85%
Vitamin A:864.88IU
17.3%
Vitamin C:12.97mg
15.72%
Potassium:172.81mg
4.94%
Magnesium:16.17mg
4.04%
Copper:0.08mg
3.84%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.46%
Vitamin B5:0.34mg
3.38%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.37%
Manganese:0.06mg
3.19%
Iron:0.44mg
2.47%
Fiber:0.61g
2.43%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.92%
Phosphorus:16.93mg
1.69%
Vitamin B3:0.27mg
1.36%
Calcium:12.69mg
1.27%
Folate:4.77µg
1.19%
Zinc:0.18mg
1.18%
Source:My Recipes