I’ve discovered a great way to indulge my sugar lovin’ taste buds this summer, that adds only a few calories, lots of taste, and refreshing hydration.

It’s the Watermelon Iced-Tea-ni! With high levels of betacarotene and lycopene, watermelon offers nutritional support for healing as well as a light, sweet flavor. 

Here’s my recipe:

1. Make 4 -6 cups boiling water and add a few herbal tea bags (peppermint, chamomile, lemon verbina, whatever floats your boat)

2. Place the brewing tea in a window or somewhere it can cool for a while, then place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least an hour.

3. While the tea is steeping and chilling, cut 2 cups of watermelon cubes, about 2 inches square. Place these cubes on a plate or in a bowl, then freeze.

4. Serve the chilled iced tea with chunks of watermelon “ice cubes” and enjoy!

Happy summer!

Alexandra