Heart Healthy Watermelon Punch Recipe
Swap sugary sodas for a refreshing blend of hibiscus tea, honey, and fresh lime juice. With a boost of Vitamins A and C, this healthy punch recipe is made with club soda to add a little fizz.
Ingredients
Recipe yields 12 servings
1 large seedless watermelon
1 cup brewed Red Zinger® tea or hibiscus tea
1/4 cup fresh lime juice or lemon juice
1/4 cup honey
2 cups club soda or seltzer water, well chilled
1 cup fresh mint leaves plus additional leaves for garnish
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Directions
Step 1
Prop the watermelon upright in a large bowl or pot. Slice off the top of the watermelon (while the watermelon is standing upright). With a spoon, scoop out the fruit and juice and transfer to a blender. Add the tea, lime juice and honey to the blender and purée (in two batches if necessary). Add the club soda and 1 cup mint leaves and stir to combine. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Step 2
To serve: Fill the hollowed watermelon with ice and the watermelon punch. Serve with a ladle in glasses garnished with additional mint leaves.
Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 136
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Dietary Review:
Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT
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Nutrition facts
Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Per serving:
calories:136
total fat:1g
sat fat:0g
cholesterol:0mg
sodium:4mg
total carb:35g
fibers:8g
proteins:2g
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