5-Ingredient Fresh Summer Watermelon Lemonade Recipe
Beat the summer heat with this easy and refreshing 5-Ingredient Fresh Summer Watermelon Lemonade recipe. Made with juicy watermelon, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of sweetness, this drink is perfect for picnics, BBQs, or simply lounging in the sun.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Watermelon Lemonade:
- 4 cups cubed seedless watermelon
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust based on preference)
- 2 cups cold water
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Prepare the Watermelon: Start by cutting the watermelon into small cubes. Ensure you use ripe, sweet watermelon for the best flavor.
- Juicing the Lemons: Squeeze the lemons to obtain one cup of fresh lemon juice. A citrus juicer can make this task easier.
- Blend Watermelon: In a blender, combine the cubed watermelon with cold water. Blend until smooth, about 30 seconds.
- Strain the Mixture (optional): If you prefer a smoother lemonade, strain the blended watermelon juice through a fine mesh strainer into a large pitcher to remove the pulp.
- Mix the Ingredients: Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice and sugar to the pitcher. Stir well until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste your Fresh Watermelon Lemonade. If it’s too sweet, add a bit more lemon juice. If it’s too tart, add a little more sugar.
- Refrigerate: Chill the lemonade in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve: When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the Fresh Watermelon Lemonade over the ice. Garnish with lemon slices or mint leaves, if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
