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5-Minute Watermelon Chamomile Cooler Recipe for Hot Days

Cool off on hot summer days with this quick and refreshing 5-Minute Watermelon Chamomile Cooler. Packed with hydration from watermelon and soothing chamomile, this drink is a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and floral flavors.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverages
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups cubed seedless watermelon
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 chamomile tea bags or 2 tsp loose-leaf chamomile tea
  • 2 limes juiced
  • Fresh mint leaves optional, for garnish
  • Honey or sweetener of choice optional, to taste
  • Ice cubes for serving

Method
 

Prepare the Chamomile Tea:
  1. Boil 2 cups of water and remove from heat.
  2. Steep chamomile tea bags or loose-leaf tea for 5 minutes, then strain or discard tea bags.
  3. Stir in honey or sweetener while tea is warm, and let it cool to room temperature.
Blend the Watermelon:
  1. Add watermelon cubes to a blender and blend until smooth.
  2. Strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve to remove pulp, collecting the juice in a pitcher.
Combine Ingredients:
  1. Pour the cooled chamomile tea and lime juice into the pitcher with watermelon juice.
  2. Stir thoroughly to combine flavors.
Chill and Serve:
  1. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
  2. Serve over ice and garnish with mint leaves if desired.

Notes

  • Opt for a sweet, ripe watermelon for the best flavor.
  • Add sparkling water for a fizzy twist.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, stirring before serving.

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