Lifestyle Desk – Cold drinks taste great in summer. We all wish to get something cool as soon as we come back from the hot sun. But if you get some tasty and refreshing drinks, then the fun of summer doubles. Melon fulfills the lack of water in the body and mint gives amazing coolness to the stomach. Such a cool, hydrating and tasty drink is really useful in summers. Let us learn to make melon-mint drink in an easy way.
Material
Chopped melon-2 cups
Mint leaves – 8–10
Sugar or honey – 1–2 teaspoons
Lemon juice-1/2
Cold water or ice cubes – 1 cup
Black salt – a pinch
Method
- First of all put the melon pieces in the mixer. Add mint leaves, lemon juice and sugar/honey to it.
- Now add some water and blend it well. If you want smooth texture, you can strain it.
- Finally add black salt and mix well. Pour it into a glass, add ice on top and serve chilled.
Why is it beneficial?
- Melon keeps the body hydrated and protects from heat.
- Mint cools the stomach and improves digestion.
- Lemon gives freshness and Vitamin C.
- This drink will not only cool you down but will also keep you fresh throughout the day. If you want, you can try a new flavor by adding a little ginger or basil to it.
