Watermelon Smoothie

// This 6-ingredient watermelon smoothie is made with frozen watermelon, frozen strawberries, banana, and chia seeds. Ideal breakfast drink.



This 6-ingredient watermelon smoothie is made with frozen watermelon, frozen strawberries, banana, and chia seeds. It is a filler, healthy, delicious, refreshing, and most hydrating breakfast for any morning. Breakfasts can’t get any simpler, easier, and healthier than this.

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a a female holding a glass of watermelon smoothie and one more smoothie glass on the side

Make 2 minutes of the ultimate go-to breakfast smoothie when you don’t have much time to make breakfasts in the mornings.

This super yum smoothie go-to breakfast smoothie is not only rehydrating, healthy, delicious and but it would also keep you charged up for the day. It makes an ideal healthy gluten-free snack for any time of the day! 

two watermelon smoothie glasses with chia and watermelon slices

This frozen watermelon chia smoothie has the goodness of fruits, honey, chia seeds, and almond milk. A large glass of this delectable smoothie and you are all set for a few hours.

For this watermelon smoothie recipe, I chose a combination of watermelon, banana, and strawberries. These 3 flavors blend so beautifully together. Bananas and strawberries enhance the flavor of watermelon. 

With this easy watermelon smoothie recipe, you get a creamy rich texture and pink gorgeous color, and a refreshingly delicious smoothie. 

This smoothie is so satisfying and uses only 6 ingredients. Just throw all the ingredients in a blender, and it is ready in under 2 minutes. How simple and cool it is. :)

The great thing about this frozen watermelon chia smoothie is that it tastes like a shake and is loved by everyone — kids and grownups alike.

On this page I have shared a step-by-step recipe pictures and ASMR video tutorial of a watermelon smoothie.

a hand pouring watermelon smoothie in a glass

Why does everyone love this watermelon smoothie?

People love this watermelon smoothie because this smoothie:

✓ is great when you are into fruit-based diet

✓ is hearty, delectable, and satisfying

✓ keeps you satiated for a long time

✓ makes a wonderful breakfast or a snack

✓ is good for your skin

✓ is smooth and drinkable 

✓ is light and refreshing and is perfect for a warm day

✓ is super quick and easy

✓ is made only with 6 ingredients

✓ ice-cold, refreshing, hydrating, and absolutely delicious

✓ is appropriate for the spring or summer months

✓ is loaded with vitamins and numerous antioxidants

✓ is ready in under 2 minutes

✓ makes an awesome grab & go breakfast

✓ is gluten-free, vegetarian

✓ can also be made vegan

✓ can be made throughout the year

Watermelon Smoothie in a glass with chia and watermelon slice

How to make Watermelon Smoothie?

Making Watermelon Smoothie is super simple.

This is how it is done in 3 steps:

Step 1: Add all the ingredients (except water) to a blender and blend.

Step 2: Add water and blend again.

Step 3: Pour into serving glasses and enjoy.

For a full list of Watermelon Smoothie recipe ingredients and step-by-step photo and video instructions, please see the recipe box on this page.

What are the ingredients needed to make Watermelon Smoothie?

This watermelon smoothie is made with 6 simple and basic ingredients that are handy in any kitchen.

These ingredients are:

  1. Frozen watermelon cubes

  2. Banana

  3. Frozen strawberries

  4. Chia seeds

  5. Honey or maple syrup

  6. Unsweetened almond milk or regular

  7. Water 

watermelon smoothie in a glass with chia and watermelon slice

What other fruits can be added to Watermelon Smoothie?

Watermelon Smoothie uses watermelon as a base ingredient, and watermelon is 90 percent water content. So to balance the water content, you need something rich and creamy. 

Other than the strawberries and bananas, the fruits that balance the taste and texture of watermelon smoothies are:

  • Frozen Raspberries

  • Frozen Pineapple

  • Frozen Mangoes 

How to make vegan watermelon smoothie?

This smoothie is partially vegan because I added a little bit of honey here. To make it completely vegan, swap honey with maple syrup or you can completely omit the sweetener part.

How long does a watermelon smoothie stay fresh?

Watermelon smoothie tastes best when served fresh straight from the blender. But if you have leftover smoothie, then you can store it in the refrigerator for a couple of days. 

Can I freeze the watermelon smoothie?

Yes, you can freeze this smoothie. To freeze, pour watermelon smoothie into freezer-safe airtight containers, and freeze for up to 2 months. When you want to relish this watermelon smoothie, then thaw it overnight in the refrigerator.

two watermelon smoothie glasses with chia and watermelon slices

What are the tips, tricks, and variations to make the best Watermelon Smoothie?

Tip 1. Watermelon is 90 percent water, so if you want to make a thick watermelon smoothie, make sure to freeze watermelon beforehand. Or else, you will end up with watermelon juice.

Tip 2. For this frozen watermelon smoothie, make sure to buy the ripest, brightest red watermelons. 

Tip 3. I didn’t use ice in this smoothie, because I used frozen watermelon and frozen strawberries in the smoothie. The frozen fruits add enough thickness to this smoothie, plus the ice would dilute the flavor of this smoothie.

The more frozen fruits you would add to this smoothie, the thicker it will be. So for a thick and creamy texture, I would recommend using at least 2 frozen fruits, preferably watermelon and strawberries.

Tip 4. Instead of water, you can also use some Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt for this watermelon smoothie.

Tip 5. I have added some honey for extra sweetness. If you don’t like too sweet smoothies then feel free to omit it entirely.

Tip 6. I added chia seeds for a fiber boost. You can replace chia seeds with hemp seeds or flaxseeds.

Tip 7. Sweetener: If you don’t want to add honey, then substitute it with sugar, agave, or maple syrup. 

Tip 8. Instead of regular water, you can also use coconut water.

Tip 9. Liquid: If you don’t want to add milk to this smoothie, then you can also use citrus juice like orange or mandarin juice.

overhead shot of watermelon smoothie with chia and a watermelon slice in the background

Watermelon Smoothie (Step-by-step photo instructions)

How to Make Watermelon Smoothie

  1. Add banana, watermelon, strawberries, honey, chia seeds, and milk to a blender jar.
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  3. Blend everything until smooth.
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  5. Smoothie will be super thick at this point. Now add water to adjust the consistency the smoothie.
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  7. Blend again until smooth.
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  9. Pour watermelon smoothie into serving glasses.
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  11. Enjoy immediately, with a garinsh of watermelon slice and chia seeds.
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Recipe Card


Watermelon Smoothie [Recipe]

Recipe Image
This 6-ingredient watermelon smoothie is made with frozen watermelon, frozen strawberries, banana, and chia seeds. Ideal breakfast drink.
★★★★★
(Rating: 5 from 3 reviews)

Prep time 🕐 Cook time 🕐 Total time 🕐
4 mins
Category ☶ Cuisine ♨ Serves ☺
Drinks International 2 large
Nutrition Info ⊛ Serving size ⊚
171 calories 1

INGREDIENTS

For Watermelon Smoothie
  • 2 cups frozen watermelon cubes
  • 1 medium-sized banana
  • 1 cup frozen strawberries
  • 1 cup milk (unsweetened almond or regular)
  • 1/2 cup water or as needed
  • 1.5 teaspoon chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup to make vegan
For garnish (optional):
  • Watermelon triangles
  • Chia seeds

INSTRUCTIONS:

How to Make Watermelon Smoothie
  1. Add banana, watermelon, strawberries, honey, chia seeds, and milk to a blender jar.
  2. Blend everything until smooth.
  3. Smoothie will be super thick at this point. Now add water to adjust the consistency the smoothie.
  4. Blend again until smooth.
  5. Pour watermelon smoothie into serving glasses.
  6. Enjoy immediately, with a garinsh of watermelon slice and chia seeds.

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NOTES:

  1. Instead of water, you can also use some Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt for this watermelon smoothie.
  2. I have added some honey for extra sweetness. If you don't like too sweet smoothies then feel free to omit it entirely.
  3. I added chia seeds for a fiber boost. You can replace chia seeds with hemp seeds or flaxseeds.
  4. If you don't want to add honey, then substitute it with sugar, agave, or maple syrup.
  5. Instead of regular water, you can also use coconut water.


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