Looking for a refreshing and healthy drink? Try this easy recipe for homemade Cantaloupe Juice, made with simple ingredients and bursting with flavor. Learn how to make it and enjoy the goodness of fresh cantaloupe in a glass.
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Diet Vegetarian
Prep Time 15 minutesminutes
Total Time 15 minutesminutes
Servings 3
Calories 63kcal
Author Lyza Gatmaitan
Ingredients
1cantalouperipe
1-2sprigsfresh mintoptional
ice cubesoptional
agave or other sweetenerto taste, optional
Instructions
Wash the cantaloupe thoroughly to remove dirt and debris from the skin. Cut the cantaloupe in half, remove the seeds and rind, and cut the flesh into small chunks.
Rinse fresh mint leaves (if using) under cold water to remove any impurities. Or you can save as a garnish.
In a blender, combine the cantaloupe chunks and mint leaves. Blend on high speed until smooth.
Optionally, strain the juice to remove pulp or seeds.
Taste the juice and add sugar or honey for extra sweetness, adjusting to your preference. Blend again to incorporate the sweetener.
For a chilled juice, add ice cubes to the blender and blend until crushed and well mixed.
Pour the juice into a jug or individual glasses.
Garnish with mint sprigs if serving immediately, or refrigerate to chill further.
Stir the juice before serving as it may separate slightly. Enjoy your refreshing homemade cantaloupe juice!
Notes
Use chilled ingredients: For a cool and refreshing Cantaloupe Juice, make sure your cantaloupe is chilled, and add ice cubes to the blender. This will give you a refreshing beverage from the start.
Experiment with flavors: While the basic recipe is delicious on its own, feel free to experiment with additional flavors. You can add a squeeze of lime juice, a pinch of cinnamon, or a dash of ginger for a unique twist.
Strain for a smoother texture: If you prefer a smooth juice without any pulp or seeds, strain the juice through a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth before serving. However, leaving the pulp in can provide added fiber and texture.