Low-carb strawberry and watermelon shot

Low-carb strawberry and watermelon shot with strawberries, watermelon, lime and mint: fruity, light and pleasantly fresh for warm days.

At a glance

• Serves 2
• Prep time: 5 min
• No cooking needed
• Total time: 5 min
• Calories: 80 kcal per serving
• Protein: 1 g
• Carbs: 17 g

Ingredients

• 150 g fully ripe strawberries
• ½ lime
• 300 g watermelon
• A few mint leaves

Method

You’ll need: blender · chopping board · knife · sieve

1. Wash the strawberries, remove the green tops and cut the watermelon into pieces.
2. Put the strawberries, watermelon, fresh mint and the lime juice in the blender.
3. Blend everything finely until the mixture is smooth and even.
4. Pour the liquid through a fine sieve so the pulp stays behind.
5. Taste and adjust: if the lime is very sharp, aim for a slightly milder, rounder shot.
6. Serve over ice cubes and enjoy cold straight away.

Good to know

A shot like this tastes like summer in a glass. Light, clear and pleasantly fresh. Just right when you want something fruity that isn't heavy.

Swaps

Strawberries → raspberries (usually a little less sugar, more fibre) Watermelon → cucumber (far fewer carbs, very watery) Lime → lemon (similarly fresh, often a little milder in flavour) Mint → basil (fresh and aromatic, goes well with berries)

Allergens

None of the ingredients is one of the main allergens. For children and during pregnancy the shot is usually fine in normal amounts, as long as the fruit is fresh and well washed.

Frequently asked questions

Which vitamins are mainly in strawberries and lime?

Both mainly provide vitamin C. Strawberries also contain smaller amounts of folate and various polyphenols.

What does watermelon bring to the shot?

Watermelon is largely water and contains potassium, among other things. The red variety also provides carotenoids such as lycopene.

Is lime always a good idea if you have a sensitive stomach?

Not necessarily. People who are sensitive or have reflux can find the fruit acid quite intense.

Does the fibre survive straining?

Only partly. A large part of the pulp – and with it the fibre – stays behind in the sieve.

Does mint add any relevant nutrients to this shot?

Mint does contain small amounts of micronutrients and plant compounds, but in the amount used here it's mainly about the aroma. Its nutritional contribution is fairly small.

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