Smoothies have gotten a bad rap lately—not surprising, since many commercially made ones have more calories than a cheeseburger. But when you make them at home, you’re in charge, and few things are as refreshing as freshly blended fruit. We’ve added ginger ale to give ours a little fizz, but if you want an even lower-cal version, use club soda, or even soy milk or yogurt.

Serves 2

INGREDIENTS

• 2½ cups chopped fresh honeydew melon
• 1 cup chopped fresh or canned pineapple, drained
• 1 tablespoon agave syrup or honey
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
• ⅓ cup ginger ale, lemon-lime soda, club soda, soy milk, or yogurt
• Salt
• 6 ice cubes

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a blender, combine the fruit, agave syrup, mint, ginger ale, a pinch of salt, and the ice cubes.
2. Blend until smooth and frothy.
3. Pour into tall glasses and serve.