The ultimate thirst-quencher for hot days!
Bursting with juicy watermelon and zesty lemon, this homemade lemonade is naturally sweetened, ultra-refreshing, and made for sipping poolside or at your next picnic. It’s sunshine in a glass! 🌞🍉
🍉 Ingredients
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4 cups fresh watermelon (seedless, cubed)
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1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
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½ cup honey or simple syrup (adjust to taste)
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2 cups cold water
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Ice cubes – as needed
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Fresh mint leaves – for garnish
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Lemon or lime slices (optional garnish)
🍋 Instructions
1. Blend the Watermelon
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Add cubed watermelon to a blender.
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Blend until completely smooth.
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(Optional: For a smoother lemonade, strain the juice through a fine mesh sieve to remove pulp.)
2. Make the Lemonade Base
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In a large pitcher, mix together:
🍉 Fresh watermelon juice
🍋 Freshly squeezed lemon juice
🍯 Honey or simple syrup -
Stir well until the sweetener is fully dissolved.
3. Add Water & Chill
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Pour in the cold water and stir.
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Taste and adjust the sweetness or lemon level as needed.
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Cover and chill for at least 1 hour for best flavor.
4. Serve It Up!
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Fill glasses with ice cubes.
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Pour the watermelon lemonade over the ice.
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Garnish with fresh mint leaves, lemon or lime slices, and extra watermelon chunks for a fun summer twist.
🌿 Refreshing Tips:
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Swap honey for agave syrup for a vegan option.
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Add a splash of sparkling water for a fizzy twist.
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Freeze extra watermelon cubes to use instead of ice!
So bright, so juicy, so summer.
This watermelon lemonade is guaranteed to steal the show at your next BBQ, picnic, or backyard chill session. 🍉💦🌞
