Best 4 Watermelon Mint Lemonade Recipes

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Beat the heat this summer with a refreshing and flavorful drink! Watermelon mint lemonade is a delightful blend of sweet watermelon, zesty lemon, and invigorating mint, making it the perfect thirst-quencher for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a backyard party, enjoying a picnic in the park, or simply relaxing at home, this easy-to-make recipe will surely be a crowd-pleaser. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a refreshing beverage that's both healthy and delicious.

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WATERMELON MINT LEMONADE RECIPE



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This easy Watermelon Mint Lemonade recipe is the perfect summer beverage! This homemade lemonade recipe has only 5-ingredients and is refined sugar free!

Provided by Michelle

Categories     Drink

Time 43m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup honey
1 cup water
4 sprigs fresh mint
4 cups cubed watermelon
1 cup fresh lemon juice, about 6 large lemons
3 cups cold water
ice
lemon wedges
mint

Steps:

  • Over medium heat, bring honey, water, and fresh mint to a boil, whisking occasionally. Once the syrup has reached a boil, remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes or so.
  • With a blender or food processor, puree watermelon and lemon juice together. Strain the mixture through a sieve to remove the pulp (if you do not mind pulp, you can skip this step).
  • Pour the watermelon juice and lemon juice into a large pitcher.
  • Remove mint from simple syrup, and pour the syrup into the pitcher.
  • Add in 3 cups of water (this is to taste, so you can add more/less water until it reaches your desired flavor).
  • Stir the mixture.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Serve with ice, lemon wedges, or fresh mint, if desired.

WATERMELON-MINT LEMONADE RECIPE



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Blended watermelons provide most of the liquid for this light and refreshing lemonade.

Provided by J. Kenji López-Alt

Categories     Non-Alcoholic

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 quarts 1-inch seedless watermelon chunks
1 cup fresh juice from 10 to 12 lemons
1/2 cup sugar
pinch salt
Cold water as needed
1 small bunch mint
1 quart ice

Steps:

  • Place watermelon, lemon juice, sugar, and salt in a blender and blend on high speed until smooth, about 1 minute. Strain through a fine mesh strainer into 1-quart liquid measuring cup. Add cold water to equal 1 quart.
  • Place mint in the botton of a pitcher and muddle lightly with a wooden spoon. Add watermelon mixture and stir to combine. Add ice. Serve immediately in ice-filled glasses garnished with mint sprigs.

WATERMELON LEMONADE



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With these icy pink drinks, your summer celebration will be made in the shade.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 lemons, quartered
1 cup fresh mint leaves
1/2 cup packed light-brown sugar
1/2 medium seedless watermelon (about 9 pounds), rind removed, flesh cut into chunks
1 cup vodka (optional)

Steps:

  • Squeeze lemons into a large pitcher; add squeezed lemon quarters. Add mint and sugar; mash with a wooden spoon until mint is bruised and sugar is dissolved.
  • In a blender, puree watermelon in batches until smooth; pour through a fine-mesh sieve into pitcher (you should have about 8 cups of juice). Stir to combine. (Refrigerate, covered, up to 3 days.) Add vodka, if using; serve over ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g

WATERMELON LEMONADE



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This watermelon lemonade looks amazing but is super-simple to make. It's perfect for a kids party or makes a refreshing summer drink for kids or adults

Provided by Lulu Grimes

Categories     Drink

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 large or 2 small watermelons
250ml lemon juice (from a bottle or squeeze your own)
100g golden caster sugar
1l bottle soda water
1 lime , cut into slices
small handful mint
crushed ice

Steps:

  • Cut the top off the watermelon and hollow it out using a large spoon, fishing out any pips along the way. Mash the flesh through a sieve into a bowl. Put the flesh in a blender (or use a tall jug and hand blender) with the lemon juice and sugar, whizz to a purée, then stir in the soda.
  • Heap some ice into the hollowed-out watermelon and fill it with the lemonade mixture. Serve the rest in a jug with the lime slices and mint. Have a bowl of extra crushed ice on the side so people can help themselves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Fat 1 grams fat, Carbohydrate 54 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 48 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium

Tips for Making Watermelon Mint Lemonade:

  • Choose a ripe and juicy watermelon. This will ensure that your lemonade is flavorful and refreshing.
  • If you don't have a juicer, you can use a blender to puree the watermelon. Just be sure to strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any seeds.
  • Use fresh mint leaves for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh mint, you can use dried mint leaves, but be sure to use less, as they are more concentrated.
  • Add honey or agave syrup to taste. This will help to balance out the tartness of the lemon juice.
  • Serve your lemonade chilled or over ice. You can also garnish it with a slice of watermelon or a sprig of mint.

Conclusion:

Watermelon mint lemonade is a delicious and refreshing drink that is perfect for hot summer days. It is also a healthy alternative to sugary sodas and juices. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make this delicious and refreshing drink at home. So next time you're looking for a cool and refreshing drink, be sure to give watermelon mint lemonade a try.

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