Watermelon Lemonade
Watermelon lemonade is the perfect summer refresher, combining the sweet juiciness of ripe watermelon with the tangy zest of fresh lemons. This vibrant drink is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make, making it an ideal choice for pool parties, barbecues, or just enjoying on a warm afternoon. In just a few simple steps, you can create a thirst-quenching beverage that will impress your family and friends. Add a touch of mint for an aromatic twist and serve it chilled over ice for maximum enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 6 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (or honey/agave syrup)
- 2 cups cold water (or sparkling water for fizz)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Blend watermelon cubes until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher.
- Juice lemons, removing seeds, and add to the pitcher.
- Stir in sugar until dissolved, then mix in cold water.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity as needed.
- Serve over ice with mint leaves or lemon slices for garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 88
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg