Description
Quench your thirst this summer with a refreshing Watermelon Lemonade that perfectly balances sweet watermelon and zesty lemon flavors. This vibrant drink is a breeze to make, taking only 15 minutes from start to finish. Whether you’re lounging by the pool or hosting a backyard BBQ, this delightful beverage will be the highlight of your gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups ripe watermelon, cubed
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups cold water (or sparkling water for fizz)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by cutting the watermelon into chunks and squeezing fresh lemon juice.
- Blend the watermelon chunks until smooth.
- Strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher.
- Mix in sugar and cold water until dissolved.
- Stir in the fresh lemon juice and adjust sweetness as needed.
- Serve over ice, garnished with mint leaves.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 7mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, add lime juice or blend in strawberries. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; shake well before serving.