Refreshing Frozen Watermelon Mint Margarita Slushies
A simple and refreshing frozen cocktail featuring icy watermelon chunks, fresh mint, lime, tequila, and a touch of sweetness, perfect for summer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes (plus freezing time for watermelon chunks)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups watermelon chunks, frozen (seedless if possible)
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 4 limes)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste; can swap for honey or agave)
- 1/2 cup silver tequila
- 1/2 cup triple sec or orange liqueur (optional)
- 10–12 fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish
- Coarse salt or sugar for rimming glasses
- Ice cubes (optional, for lighter slush)
Instructions
- Freeze the watermelon chunks (about 1-inch pieces) on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Rub a lime wedge around the rims of serving glasses and dip them in coarse salt or sugar. Set aside.
- Lightly muddle 10-12 fresh mint leaves in a blender or small bowl to release their oils, being gentle to avoid bitterness.
- Add frozen watermelon chunks, lime juice, sugar, muddled mint, tequila, and triple sec to the blender. Pulse to break up watermelon, then blend on high until smooth and icy. Add a splash of cold water or ice cubes if too thick.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or lime juice as desired, blending briefly if adjustments are made.
- Pour the slushie into prepared glasses, garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a small wedge of watermelon. Serve immediately with a straw or spoon.
Notes
Freeze watermelon chunks well in advance for best texture. Muddle mint gently to avoid bitterness. Serve immediately for optimal icy texture. For non-alcoholic version, omit tequila and triple sec and add sparkling water. Rim glasses just before serving to keep rims crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (approximate
- Calories: 150180
- Sugar: 1822
- Carbohydrates: 2025
- Fiber: 12
- Protein: 1
Keywords: watermelon, mint, margarita, slushie, frozen cocktail, summer drink, refreshing, tequila, lime