Watermelon Lemonade
Watermelon Lemonade is the ultimate summer refresher, perfectly balancing sweet watermelon and tangy lemon. This vibrant drink is not only easy to make but also a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Picture yourself sipping this delicious beverage while soaking up the sun—it’s pure joy in a glass!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups ripe watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups cold water
- Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Select and cube the watermelon, removing any seeds.
- Juice the lemons until you have 1 cup of fresh lemon juice.
- In a blender, combine watermelon chunks, lemon juice, sugar, and cold water. Blend until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve if desired for a smoother texture.
- If using mint, add fresh leaves to the lemonade and let steep for 10 minutes.
- Serve chilled over ice, garnished with mint sprigs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating basil or sparkling water for a fizzy twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; no reheating necessary.