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August 23, 2016

Watermelon Rosemary Popsicles Recipe

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These watermelon rosemary popsicles make a refreshing and fun summer snack – and an excellent post-long run cool down treat! Thank you to The Watermelon Board for sponsoring this post.

watermelon rosemary popsicles recipe



When I was a kid, I used to love spending long summer days at the pool. If I had my way, I’d stay all day long, only leaving the water when forced to by the dreaded shrill blow of a whistle and accompanying yell: “adult swim!” I’d play and play and play until I was exhausted, jumping off the diving board, playing sharks and minnows, trying to hold my breath and swim all the way across the pool the long way, and working on my underwater handstands. I remember having to be dragged home – I never wanted to leave.

One of the only things that would get me out of the water during those fun summer days was a cold treat. I’d walk as quickly as possible without getting yelled at by the lifeguards (“no running on the pool deck!”), dripping everywhere, to the pool snack bar. I’d place a wrinkled, soggy bill on the counter and eagerly await my bounty. Ice cream was always a big favorite – as were popsicles.

watermelon rosemary popsicles recipe

Anytime I eat a popsicle nowadays I’m instantly taken back to those hot summer days when I was a kid. I’d return, sticky hands and chin, to the water a few minutes later, the taste of chlorine mingling with that of the fruity treat.

Today’s popsicles are quite a bit more sophisticated than the icy treats of my childhood, but nostalgic nonetheless, and seriously delicious. They are also easy, so you can spend more time adventuring and less time kitchen-ing. 🙂

watermelon rosemary popsicles ingredients

Simply blend, pour, freeze, and enjoy. The watermelon is the star here – so refreshing and bright – but the rosemary lends a fun unexpected pop of flavor. Basil or cilantro would also be excellent here if you’re not a rosemary fan.

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As you guys know, I’m currently training for the Marine Corps Marathon thanks to sponsorship from my friends at The Watermelon Board, and these popsicles have been an amazing post-run treat. (And a nutritious one, too – watermelon is a great way to rehydrate, and also contains potassium, vitamin B6, vitamin C, and antioxidants – all great for recovery/health!)

watermelon rosemary popsicles recipe

I hope that these popsicles bring back some happy childhood memories for you, too, and that you eat them with joy. Here’s the recipe!

Watermelon Rosemary Popsicles

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These watermelon rosemary popsicles make a refreshing and fun summer snack – and an excellent post-long run cool down treat! Quick and easy to make, too.

Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Yield
about 10 popsicles
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Ingredients:

  • 4 cups cubed watermelon
  • juice from 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 2 tablespoons honey or pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves (removed from stems)

Instructions:

  1. Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth.
  2. Pour mixture into popsicle molds and freeze overnight, until solid.
  3. Enjoy!

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I’ll leave you with one more tip: if you get tired of the popsicles, blend them up with some rum and additional lime juice and have yourself a party. 😉

Happy end of summer-ing, my friends! And if you love watermelon – don’t miss my Salmon with Watermelon Salsa. A great easy dinner!

- anne
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14 comments
  • Sara @ Oats & Rows
    August 23, 2016 · 11:02AM:
    I love rosemary and watermelon on their own, but together? This sounds like perfection!
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    • Anne
      August 23, 2016 · 11:03AM:
      Let me know how you like it! :)
      Reply
  • Molly August 23, 2016 · 11:15AM:
    This writing! Wonderful story telling!
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    • Anne
      August 23, 2016 · 11:25AM:
      Aw thank you so much! I had fun writing it... one of my goals recently has been to make the time to do more of the descriptive kind of writing I love - stuff like this! :)
      Reply
  • Heather @ Polyglot Jot
    August 23, 2016 · 11:24AM:
    Yum! I was the same with water. I only came out for food! :) I love the idea of spiking these popsicles!
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    • Anne
      August 23, 2016 · 11:43AM:
      Clearly we would have been best friends! :)
      Reply
  • Ellen August 23, 2016 · 12:26PM:
    A watermelon + lime + mint combo has been in constant rotation in my popsicle mold this summer. I'll have to try rosemary next!
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    • Anne
      August 23, 2016 · 2:01PM:
      The watermelon/mint combo is definitely delicious!
      Reply
  • Kori
    August 24, 2016 · 9:00AM:
    These look delicious, and your photography is perfect! We currently have a lot of frozen watermelon that I imagine would work really well with this. Thank you!
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  • Jacqueline T. August 24, 2016 · 11:47AM:
    I just have to say, as a writer myself (nothing of significance *yet ;)* but it is my passion), I was so blown away by your descriptive storytelling here. You took me to that pool with you! When I saw the recipe I wasn't TOTALLY interested but your writing drew me in- heart and soul- and I had to keep reading! Really well done!
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    • Anne
      August 24, 2016 · 5:43PM:
      What a sweet comment - thank you so much for taking the time to let me know you enjoyed the post! I'm hoping to do more of this sort of writing in the future - I really enjoy it and need to make time to do it more! :)
      Reply
  • Roadrunner August 28, 2016 · 3:16PM:
    Agree with Jacqueline T: wonderful reflections, superbly related! And must try these!
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    • Anne
      August 29, 2016 · 9:36AM:
      Thank you! :)
      Reply
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