Watermelon Gond Drink | Summer Hydration Drink | Mint & Watermelon Cooler | Gond Katira & Sabja Seeds Drink | Natural Energy Drink | Refreshing Indian Beverage
This Watermelon Gond Drink is a naturally cooling and revitalizing summer beverage made with fresh watermelon juice, fragrant mint leaves, soaked Gond Katira (edible gum), and sabja (basil) seeds. It’s a basic homemade version of a hydrating tonic that not only quenches your thirst but also replenishes essential nutrients during hot weather. This easy recipe is perfect for those looking for easy to cook simple recipes that are refreshing, healthy, and completely vegetarian. Gond Katira and sabja seeds are known for their cooling and digestive properties, while watermelon adds natural sweetness and hydration. This delicious recipe is ideal for summer brunches, fasting days, or as a mid-day energizer, offering both flavor and wellness in a single glass. A great way to stay hydrated without artificial sugars or preservatives, this traditional Indian drink is a must-try for the season.
Preparation Time
10 minutes
Soaking Time
Nil
Cooking Time
10 minutes
Makes
2
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup chopped watermelon
- 5-6 mint leaves
- ½ tbsp lemon juice
- Pink Salt to taste
- ½ tbsp sabja seeds (soak in water for 1 hour)
- ½ tbsp gond katira crystals (soak in water for 2-3 hours)
- Ice cubes
METHOD
- In a small bowl soak gond katira crystals in ¼ cup water for 2-3 hours.
- It will bloom and turn into a jelly like texture.
- In a blender jar add in watermelon, mint leaves, lemon juice, pink salt and ice cubes,
- Blend well until smooth.
- Strain this mixture.
- In a glass add some ice cubes, soaked sabja seeds, soaked gond katira and the watermelon juice.
- Serve chilled.
