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Refreshing Watermelon Lemonade

A delightful summer drink that combines juicy watermelon and zesty lemon for a refreshing thirst-quencher.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage, Drink
Cuisine: American, Summer
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 cups watermelon, cubed (ripe) Make sure it’s ripe for the sweetest flavor.
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice Freshly squeezed is the best.
  • 1/2 cup sugar Adjust to taste based on how sweet your watermelon is.
  • 2 cups water
  • to taste Ice For serving.
  • optional Mint leaves For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by cutting your ripe watermelon into cubes. You can use seedless watermelon to make this step easier.
  2. In a blender, combine the watermelon cubes and lemon juice. Blend until smooth, which should take about 30 seconds.
  3. Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher to remove any pulp.
  4. Add sugar and water to the pitcher and stir well until the sugar is fully dissolved. Adjust sweetness as needed.
  5. Fill glasses with ice and pour the refreshing watermelon lemonade over the top. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.
  6. Sit back, relax, and enjoy your refreshing drink!

Notes

For the ultimate refreshing drink, chill your glasses in the freezer before serving. If making ahead, store lemonade in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze in ice cubes for later use.