Refreshing Summer Fruit Smoothie & Platter
Ingredients
-
Watermelon: 3 cups (cubed and deseeded)
-
Kiwi: 2 whole fruits (peeled and sliced)
-
Mango: 1 ripe mango (cut into a grid pattern or cubes)
-
Ice cubes: A handful (optional, for extra chill)
-
Fresh mint leaves: For an optional garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Fruits
-
Wash all your fruits thoroughly under cold water.
-
Slice the watermelon into triangular wedges for the platter, saving 2 cups of the inner red flesh for blending.
-
Peel the kiwis and slice them into neat rounds.
-
Cut the cheeks off the mango, score the flesh into a grid pattern without cutting through the skin, and press the back to push the cubes outward.
Step 2: Blend the Drink
-
Place the 2 cups of watermelon cubes into a blender.
-
Add a few ice cubes if you prefer your drink frosty.
-
Blend on high speed for 30 to 45 seconds until completely smooth and frothy. Because watermelon is naturally juicy, you do not need to add water or extra sugar.
Step 3: Assemble and Serve
-
Pour the fresh watermelon juice into a tall glass.
-
Arrange the remaining watermelon triangles, kiwi slices, and the mango half beautifully on a clean white plate next to the glass.
-
Garnish with fresh mint if desired, and enjoy immediately while fresh and chilled!