Light and Refreshing Watermelon Lemonade
All of us have our own summertime drink. Plus, you can always explore others, too.
We are all familiar with lemonade as well as watermelon juice. But did you know that the combination of these two actually makes a very good drink? Watermelon lemonade will surely hit the spot and then some!
Watermelon and Its Health Benefits
This beverage involves the juice of fresh watermelon so you are getting all the nutrients from this type of fruit. Keeping your body hydrated is essential, and that’s just one thing that watermelon has to offer. It is about 90 percent water, and that right there is already a plus. It is one of the fruits that have the lowest calorie content too. It has beneficial nutrients and plant compounds which include vitamin C, carotenoids, lycopene, and cucurbitacin E.
According to studies, the compounds that watermelon contains may help lower the risk of cancer as well as inflammation and oxidative stress. The lycopene is also very useful in preventing macular degeneration. This fruit is good for the hair and skin too.
Bottom line is, watermelon comes with tons of health benefits. So having it in your drink is really good. Not to mention that this recipe involves lemonade too.
PrintLight and Refreshing Watermelon Lemonade
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- Author: Myles
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 1x
Description
Watermelon lemonade is a simple beverage and an excellent combination, perfect not only during the summer season but all year ’round.
Ingredients
4 cups juice of fresh watermelon
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 cups cold water
6 cups cubed ice
1/2 cup white sugar
Instructions
- Combine the juice of fresh watermelon and lemon.
- Add all the remaining ingredients and mix well.
- Garnish with mint leaves or watermelon/lemon slice.
Notes
Add more sugar if needed. You can also serve this drink in a hollowed-out watermelon instead of a glass.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
Other Tips
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Watermelon Juice
Make sure to have enough watermelon slices to make about 4 cups. Put the slices in a blender and puree until smooth. Use a fine-mesh sieve to strain the juice.
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Lemon Juice
Squeeze the lemon and use the same fine-mesh sieve to strain.
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Sugar
Another technique if you don’t want to mix the sugar into the juice directly is to combine 1/2 cup of white sugar with 1/2 cup of water and bring to a boil. Use a saucepan over medium-high heat.
Closing Thoughts
Making watermelon lemonade is super easy. Looking at the benefits of watermelon and lemon, you can never go wrong with this drink. It is weight loss friendly, and it won’t leave you bloated. It’s a good beverage to match any lunch, dinner, or snack recipe. It is also good to serve when you have a party at home. I’m sure your guests will love it as much as you do.
And oh, if you are a cocktail lover, all you have to do is to add a little bit of vodka into your watermelon lemonade, and you’ll have an exciting drink for yourself!
If you haven’t had watermelon lemonade yet, go ahead and try this drink recipe. It’s going to be one of your favorites!
sooo good