This easy recipe for watermelon lemonade is made with fresh watermelon. This homemade fruit drink is a refreshing nonalcoholic choice for summer. It is a great way to use up leftover watermelon! Simply blend it up to get watermelon juice and mix the ingredients together.
It seems like when I get a big seedless watermelon we can never quite finish it. So, blending it up, straining the juice and making lemonade is the perfect solution!
Watermelon lemonade is the perfect blend of sweet and tangy, making it a standout choice for hot summer days.
This refreshing drink combines the juicy flavor of ripe watermelon with the bright zest of fresh lemonade to create a cooling, nonalcoholic beverage that’s both hydrating and delicious.
It’s a fun and easy drink to whip up at home, offering a fruity twist on the classic lemonade. Ideal for picnics, backyard gatherings, or simply lounging in the sun, watermelon lemonade captures the essence of summer in every sip.
If you are looking for more refreshing summer drinks you might also enjoy my Easy Frozen Watermelon Margarita Mocktail, this Homemade Blackberry Lemonade, my Dunkin Copycat Brown Sugar Cream Cold Brew or my Strawberry Daiquiri Mocktail recipes.
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Instructions
In a blender add cubed watermelon and lemon zest. Pulse until pureed. Pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a batter bowl or large bowl.
In a microwave safe measuring cup or bowl heat water for 2 minutes. Add sugar and lemon juice. Stir until sugar is dissolved. Let cool.
In a large pitcher combine ice, the strained watermelon puree and the water mixture. Stir to combine. Serve immediately.
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Substitutions
- Cantaloupe - you can substitute cantaloupe for watermelon
- Lime Juice - you can use lime juice instead of lemon juice or a combination of both
- Golden Melon - you can replace the watermelon with golden melon or honey dew melon. Or, use a mixture of melons.
Variations
- Spicy - add a pinch of cayenne pepper to give this drink a bit of kick
- Basil - muddle some fresh basil leaves in the pitcher
- Healthier - only use ½ cup granulated sugar. It will be less sweet and more tart.
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Watermelon Lemonade
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This easy recipe for watermelon lemonade is made with fresh watermelon. This homemade fruit drink is a refreshing nonalcoholic choice for summer. It is a great way to use up leftover watermelon! Simply blend it up to get watermelon juice and mix the ingredients together.
Ingredients
- 6 cups cubed Seedless Watermelon, rind removed & chilled
- 1 Tbsp Lemon Zest
- 3 cups Water
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- ¾ cup Lemon Juice
- Ice, to serve
Instructions
In a blender add cubed watermelon and lemon zest. Pulse until pureed. Pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a batter bowl or large bowl.
In a microwave safe measuring cup or bowl heat water for 2 minutes. Add sugar and lemon juice. Stir until sugar is dissolved. Let cool.
In a large pitcher combine ice, the strained watermelon puree and the water mixture. Stir to combine. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Blender
- Cuisine: Gluten Free
Storage
If you aren't going to serve this drink right away mix everything together, but don't add the ice. Then right before serving you can add ice to the pitcher or just to the glasses.
Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
You get a refreshing drink that is super hydrating and delicious. You could blend the watermelon and leave the pulp, but I prefer to drain it through a fine mesh strainer. Then add the lemon juice to get a non alcoholic summer drink.
It is the perfect mixture of sweet and tangy. The watermelon and sugar make the drink have a sweet taste and then the lemon gives it just enough tartness.
Make watermelon lemonade. It's the perfect way to use up leftover cubed watermelon and have a refreshing drink to serve.
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