Watermelon Mint Smoothie (With or Without Hemp/CBD)

Juicy, refreshing and effortlessly bright—this watermelon mint smoothie brings summer into your glass. With frozen cubes of watermelon, a creamy banana base, fragrant mint sprigs and chilled almond milk, it’s a blend of hydration, sweetness and herbal freshness. This recipe adds a dropper of hemp extract oil (CBD) to finish it off, but you can easily skip the hemp to enjoy it purely as a fruity mint-infused smoothie.

Because the core ingredients—watermelon, banana, almond milk, mint and honey (optional)—contain no wheat or gluten, this smoothie is naturally gluten-free and aligns with dairy-free diets (if using a plant-based milk). If you choose to include the hemp extract oil, be sure it’s a certified product and stored appropriately. If you prefer to exclude the hemp or CBD oil, simply blend the smoothie without that addition and you’re left with a clean, hydrating fruit drink.

Whether you’re recovering from a workout, cooling off after time in the sun, or serving a light brunch beverage, this smoothie hits the sweet spot between flavor, ease and refreshment.

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Watermelon Mint Smoothie

Recipe Details

Yield: 1 serving
Active Time: 5 minutes

Watermelon Mint Smoothie Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups cubed watermelon, frozen
• ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 banana
• 2 sprigs mint
• 1 tablespoon honey, optional
• ½ (3 mg) dropper peppermint hemp drops

How to Make a Watermelon Mint Smoothie

1. Add all ingredients except hemp extract oil to a blender and process until smooth.
2. Pour into a glass, then add hemp extract oil and stir to combine.

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Watermelon Mint Smoothie Nutrition Facts

*Estimated per serving (recipe yields 1 serving). Based strictly on Thrive Market’s ingredient amounts.

Serving Size	1 smoothie
Calories	≈ 250 kcal
Protein	≈ 3 g
Carbs	≈ 62 g
Sugar	≈ 45 g
Fiber	≈ 4 g
Fat	≈ 1 g

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Watermelon Mint Smoothie Variations & Tips

• Skip the hemp/CBD: Omit the hemp extract oil altogether to keep the smoothie purely watermelon-mint-banana based.
• Sweetness adjust: Use a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup if your watermelon isn’t fully ripe, or skip if the fruit is naturally sweet enough.
• Milk swap: Replace almond milk with coconut milk, oat milk or cashew milk depending on your preference and dietary needs.
• Herb shift: Try basil or cilantro in place of mint for an unexpected herb twist.
• Extra chill: Use frozen watermelon cubes and a frozen banana to make the smoothie thicker and colder without adding ice.
• Boost texture: Add a tablespoon of chia seeds or flaxseed meal for fiber and subtle thickness before blending.

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Best Smoothie Pairings

• Fresh fruit platter: Slices of pineapple, kiwi or strawberry serve as a vibrant side to this smoothie.
• Gluten-free granola bar: A crunchy snack to accompany the smooth drink for a balanced light meal.
• Almond-flour muffins: A subtle baked good that picks up the almond-milk base of the smoothie.
• Herbal iced tea: Mint tea or cucumber-lime water complements the mint component and refreshes the palate.
• Dark chocolate square: 70 %+ cocoa brings a bitter counterpoint to the sweet fruit for a mini indulgence.

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When to Make a Watermelon Mint Smoothie

• Post-workout recovery: A quick blend that replenishes fluids, natural sugars and refreshes you after exercise.
• Outdoor picnic or pool-side snack: Bring a thermos or jug of the smoothie to enjoy chilled in warm weather.
• Brunch or light lunch: Serve alongside a yogurt-parfait or breakfast tart for a refreshingly light menu.
• Kids’ snack time: A fun, fruity drink alternative without added sugars or processed ingredients.
• Wellness reset day: Use it as part of a “clean” morning or afternoon when you want hydration + flavor without heaviness.

Recipe credit: Angela Gaines