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Watermelon Lemonade

Refreshing Watermelon Lemonade That's Perfect for Summer Fun

This Watermelon Lemonade is a refreshing summer drink that combines sweet watermelon and tangy lemon juice, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 large Watermelon or 2 small
  • 250 ml Lemon Juice freshly squeezed or store-bought
  • 100 g Golden Caster Sugar adjust to taste
For the Fizz
  • 1 liter Soda Water or sparkling water
For Garnish
  • 1 Lime cut into wedges
  • 1 handful Mint for garnish
For Serving
  • as much as you like Crushed Ice

Equipment

  • blender
  • large pitcher
  • knife
  • Spoon
  • Fine sieve

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Watermelon: Slice off the top of the watermelon and scoop out the flesh, discarding seeds.
  2. Blend the Ingredients: In a blender, combine the watermelon flesh, lemon juice, and sugar, blending until smooth.
  3. Add Fizz: Stir in the soda water gently to maintain fizz, and adjust sweetness if needed.
  4. Assemble the Drink: Fill the hollowed watermelon with crushed ice and pour the lemonade inside.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with lime slices and mint, serving with crushed ice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 22gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 240mgFiber: 1gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, chill ingredients before mixing. Can be served as a cocktail with tequila or white rum.

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