Watermelon Mint Lemonade
Quench your thirst with this refreshing Watermelon Mint Lemonade! 🍉🍋 Perfect for summer gatherings and easy to make!
Equipment
- 1 blender For blending the watermelon.
- 1 Fine mesh strainer To strain the watermelon puree.
- 1 Large pitcher To mix and serve the lemonade.
Ingredients
Watermelon
- 4 cups fresh watermelon Cut into chunks and seeds removed.
Mint
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves For flavoring.
Lemon Juice
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice Adds tanginess.
Sweetener
- 1/4 cup honey or agave syrup Adjust to taste.
Water
- 4 cups cold water To dilute the lemonade.
Ice
- as needed cubes ice cubes For serving.
Instructions
Gather Your Ingredients
- Collect 4 cups of fresh watermelon, 1 cup of fresh mint leaves, 1/2 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1/4 cup of honey or agave syrup, and 4 cups of cold water.
Prepare the Watermelon
- Cut the watermelon into chunks and remove any seeds. Place the chunks in a blender.
Blend the Watermelon
- Blend the watermelon until smooth. You should have a lovely watermelon puree!
Strain the Puree
- Pour the watermelon puree through a fine mesh strainer into a large pitcher to remove pulp. Press gently to extract all the juice.
Add Mint and Lemon Juice
- Add the fresh mint leaves and lemon juice to the pitcher. Stir gently to combine the flavors.
Sweeten It Up
- Mix in honey or agave syrup to taste. Stir until fully dissolved.
Add Cold Water
- Pour in the cold water and give it a good stir. Adjust sweetness if needed!
Chill and Serve
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Serve over ice and garnish with extra mint leaves!