This Tropical Watermelon Splash recipe blends watermelon with Tropical Strawberry Shakeology. It’s light and refreshing, and the flavor of the watermelon really shines. For even brighter flavor, finish it off with a sprinkling of orange zest. Freshly cut watermelon is perfect for smoothies, but you can also freeze leftover watermelon and use the frozen chunks in place of ice cubes in smoothies. When the end of the season approaches, stock up on melons to cut and freeze, to continue to enjoy the flavor of summer during the winter.

How to Freeze Watermelon

The next time you have extra watermelon, freeze it for smoothies! Watermelons are made almost entirely of water, so they’re excellent candidates for freezing. Remove the rind and scoop out the flesh with a melon baller, or cut your watermelon into cubes. If your watermelon has seeds, remove them prior to freezing.

Arrange watermelon pieces in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment or wax paper (so they don’t stick) and then place in the freezer. Once the watermelon is frozen, pack it into freezer bags or containers and store in the freezer until needed. Frozen watermelon pieces can be added to smoothies, pureed for a quick sorbet, or eaten for a refreshing snack when slightly thawed.