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    Home » Recipes » Smoothies, Juices and Drinks

    Refreshing Cantaloupe Melon And Ginger Smoothie Recipe

    Published: Jun 17, 2020 · Modified: Apr 18, 2024 by Mariska Ramondino · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Two orange creamy drinks promoted as a healthy breakfast smoothie with cantaloupe.
    Two orange creamy drinks promoted as a healthy breakfast smoothie with cantaloupe.

    This melon smoothie recipe is perfect for the cantaloupe lover and is refreshing on a hot summer day. 

    It's ready in 5 minutes and combines sweet cantaloupe melon with frozen peaches, lemon juice, banana, ginger, and almond milk. 

    Two glasses filled with creamy cantaloupe smoothie drink.

    This is one of my favorite smoothie recipes when cantaloupes are in season.

    Anywhere from Summer through Fall—with their peak in August—their distinct, almost floral-like musky smell is so mouthwatering. 

    Like my Chocolate Mango Smoothie or Creamy Pineapple Cucumber Smoothie, this healthy drink is a great choice to start your day or the perfect snack to energize and satisfy you. 

    And because of its high water content, I enjoy it now and then as a post-workout thirst quencher. Let's make it!

    Jump to:
    • Why You'll Love This Summer Melon Smoothie
    • Ingredients & Notes
    • How To Make It
    • Variations
    • Storage
    • Make It Part Of Your Smoothie Routine
    • Recipe FAQs
    • More Fruit Smoothies To Try Next
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    Why You'll Love This Summer Melon Smoothie

    • It's a dairy-free, plant-based melon smoothie that's deliciously creamy.
    • It's wonderfully satisfying and contains tons of nourishment.
    • You'll appreciate the lemony and fresh ginger undertones, adding a refreshing and balancing touch like in my Carrot And Banana Smoothie.
    • It's also naturally sweet, healthy, and nutritious, using a combo of frozen and fresh fruit.

    Ingredients & Notes

    See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

    To make this refreshing cantaloupe melon smoothie, you need the following ingredients:

    Cantaloupe melon, frozen peaches, lemon juice, grated ginger, plant milk, and half a banana displayed on a table.
    • Ripe melon: Cantaloupe melons are incredibly hydrating and an excellent source of vitamins A and C. They are also high in fiber and promote regularity. They also contain abundant antioxidants and are extremely juicy, tender, and sweet. 
    • Nut milk: I prefer almond or cashew milk in this cantaloupe smoothie, but you can also use hazelnut or coconut milk. Always use unsweetened milk.
    • Frozen peaches: Add a subtle sweet coolness. But this frozen fruit also "bumps up" the flavors of cantaloupe melon. So feel free to add more in the blender if you want their taste to be more dominant, or drop some in your glass to serve as ice cubes.
    • Lemon juice: Nicely balances out the sweetness of the fruits and adds extra vitamin C. 
    • Ginger: A small amount of anti-inflammatory ginger adds a spicy bite and gives it a lovely freshness without overpowering the flavors. Feel free to add a tad more based on taste. Use extras to make my Avocado Apple Smoothie.
    • Banana slices: Half a banana adds sufficient sweetness and a creamy texture. It's a great source of vitamin B6 and potassium, amongst other nutrients. Add more if you want to turn this into a cantaloupe banana smoothie.

    Note: Use any leftover cantaloupe to make this refreshing Basil Lemonade.

    How To Make It

    See the full recipe with measurements in the recipe card.

    A series of steps showing how to make a cantaloupe melon smoothie.

    Step One (Picture 1 above): Add pieces of cantaloupe and banana with the remaining ingredients into a blender.

    Step Two (Picture 2 above) - Blend until you have a creamy, smooth consistency.

    Step Three (Picture 3 above) - Enjoy with extra slices of cantaloupe melon and maybe nuts on the side.

    Variations

    • For extra protein and healthy fatty acids (omega 3&6): Add a few teaspoons of shelled hemp seeds (hemp hearts) to the mix—perfect for after a workout.
    • Switch it up with (plant-based) protein or collagen peptides (unflavored). I also love Great Lakes Wellness Collagen or this plant-based protein source.
    • If you want it sweeter, add a whole banana instead of half, a touch of honey, or one Medjool date to the blend.
    • If you want a thinner consistency, add a tad more liquid, but not too much; otherwise, you will lose the fruit's delicious sweet flavor.
    • Do you want it spicier and love ginger smoothies? Then play around with the amount of grated ginger. I love one teaspoon but add double the amount for a more gingery experience.

    Storage

    Leftovers stay well refrigerated in a closed mason jar for up to two days.

    Make It Part Of Your Smoothie Routine

    • This cantaloupe melons smoothie is just like my chocolate pineapple collagen smoothie or my healthy coffee smoothie, which is perfect for busy mornings and a nutritious treat.
    • It digests quickly and makes one excellent light breakfast or refreshing drink to beat the summer heat.
    • Plus, it's ready in a few minutes with simple and fresh ingredients.

    Recipe FAQs

    How to pick a ripe cantaloupe melon?

    This cantaloupe smoothie will not taste well with an unripe melon. Before buying, check for a few things to ensure you get sweet and juicy fruit.

    --> The fruits' scent should be heavenly, sweet, and slightly musky.
    --> A ripe cantaloupe should feel rather heavy for its size.
    --> And should have a webbed texture on the outside.
    --> It should also feel firm to the touch—not mushy or too rigid.
    --> Its stem should yield a bit when pressed.
    --> If you tap it a few times, you should hear a deep sound rather than a hollow.
    --> Also, the rind color should have a creamy or yellowish color.

    What to do with unripe cantaloupe?

    If your cantaloupe melon is still green-greyish, it needs more ripening time.
    It's best to place it in a brown paper bag and let it further sit for a few days at room temperature.

    Should you wash cantaloupe melons before cutting?

    I always wash the rind of a ripe cantaloupe.

    The surface can easily collect unwanted dirt or bacteria that a knife can pick up when cutting through its flesh. It's super easy to clean and well worth the small effort.

    How do you clean cantaloupe rinds?

    --> Rinse the melon under running water.
    --> Use a vegetable brush to give it a good scrub, and then rinse again.
    --> Then thoroughly dry it with paper towels before cutting.
    --> Refrigerate any leftovers immediately for storage.

    Should you peel the ginger for this smoothie?

    If the ginger is young with thin skin, wash or scrub the skin and then grate the desired amount without peeling it.

    The skin is edible, and you won't even notice its taste.

    However, cut away tough skin from older ginger roots that have been sitting around for a while. Their taste might be a bit too bitter to add to a smoothie.

    More Fruit Smoothies To Try Next

    • A creamy green orange smoothie Garnished with spinach leaves and fresh orange slices.
      Creamy Spinach Orange Smoothie (No Yogurt)
    • A persimmon smoothie topped with cinnamon, nuts, and garnished with fresh persimmon slices.
      Easy Creamy Persimmon Smoothie (Dairy-Free)
    • Two creamy chocolate mango smoothies topped with chocolate chips and fresh mango slices.
      The Best Chocolate Mango Smoothie Recipe
    • Creamy green banana smoothies on a table.
      Creamy Pineapple & Green Banana Turmeric Smoothie

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    Here you have it, a delicious cantaloupe smoothie recipe made with sweet fruit and has that lovely melon flavor that tastes like summer.

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    Close-up of two glasses of cantaloupe smoothies shown amongst a few ingredients like half a cantaloupe, more frozen peaches, and ginger.

    Refreshing Cantaloupe Melon And Ginger Smoothie Recipe

    Mariska Ramondino
    Try this refreshing and creamy cantaloupe and ginger smoothie that is dairy-free and full of healthy nutrients! Enjoy for breakfast, or as a pick-me-up snack!
    5 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Smoothies, Juices and Drinks
    Cuisine American

    Equipment

    • 1 Blender
    Servings 2 Servings

    Ingredients
     

    • 3 cups packed chopped cantaloupe 455 grams
    • 4 slices frozen peaches 26 grams
    • ½ banana peeled
    • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger Add an extra teaspoon for a more gingery experience
    • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
    • ¾ cup almond, cashew, coconut, or hazelnut milk 20 grams

    Instructions
     

    • Place the cantaloupe in a blender. Add the frozen peaches, banana, and fresh ginger.
      3 cups packed chopped cantaloupe, 4 slices frozen peaches, ½ banana, 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
    • Pour in the lemon juice and plant milk of choice.
      1 teaspoon lemon juice, ¾ cup almond, cashew, coconut, or hazelnut milk
    • Blend until everything is smooth.
    • Enjoy immediately!

    Notes

    Variations:
    • For extra protein and healthy fatty acids (omega 3&6): Add a few teaspoons of shelled hemp seeds (hemp hearts) to the mix—perfect for after a workout.
    • Switch it up with (plant-based) protein or collagen peptides (unflavored). I also love Great Lakes Wellness Collagen or this plant-based protein source.
    • Do you want it sweeter? Add a whole banana instead of half, a touch of honey, or one Medjool date to the blend.
    • Do you want a thinner consistency? Add a tad more liquid, but not too much; otherwise, you will lose the fruit's delicious flavors.
    • Do you want it spicier and love ginger smoothies? Then, play around with the amount of grated ginger. I love one teaspoon,n but add double the amount for a more gingery experience.

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    Nutrition (% Daily value)

    Calories: 260kcal (13%)Carbohydrates: 61g (20%)Protein: 6g (12%)Fat: 3g (5%)Saturated Fat: 0.2g (1%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 235mg (10%)Potassium: 904mg (26%)Fiber: 8g (33%)Sugar: 49g (54%)Vitamin A: 9146IU (183%)Vitamin C: 56mg (68%)Calcium: 155mg (16%)Iron: 2mg (11%)

    Disclaimer: This nutritional data is calculated using third party tools and is only intended as a reference.

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    Comments

    1. Nathalia says

      July 31, 2020 at 8:07 pm

      The mixture of the cooling melon and the warming ginger is so interesting. I'll be trying this one soon.

      Nathalia | NathaliaFit - Fitness & Wellness Blog
      http://www.nathaliafit.com

      Reply
    2. Becky says

      July 01, 2020 at 9:32 am

      This sounds so delicious! I love cantaloupe but you don't see too many recipes for it. A cantaloupe and ginger smoothie would be so refreshing!

      Reply
      • Mariska says

        July 01, 2020 at 12:08 pm

        Hi Becky! Thanks for stopping by. It is indeed a very refreshing drink. Perfect for the summer!!

        Reply
    3. Kait | Slumber & Scones says

      June 30, 2020 at 8:23 pm

      Ooh, I am always looking for fun, new smoothie ideas and this sounds delicious! I absolutely love the color, and the flavor combination looks amazing. I can't wait to try it.
      -Kait | slumberandscones.com

      Reply
      • Mariska says

        July 01, 2020 at 12:07 pm

        Thank you, Kait! I hope you will like it as much as we do!

        Reply
    4. Lecy | A Simpler Grace says

      June 30, 2020 at 6:09 pm

      I don't care for melon but my dad is a huge canteloupe fan. I need to share this with him. Thanks for sharing your recipe!

      Reply
      • Mariska says

        July 01, 2020 at 12:06 pm

        Thanks for stopping by Lecy! I hope your dad will enjoy this recipe!

        Reply
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