Paleo Watermelon Lemonade
Quench your thirst with this refreshing and healthy Paleo Watermelon Lemonade, perfect for warm summer days or any time you crave a naturally sweetened beverage. Bursting with the hydrating goodness of fresh watermelon and zesty lemon juice, this drink is both Paleo-friendly and customizable to your taste. Sweetened naturally with a touch of honey or maple syrup, it delivers a delightful sweetness without refined sugars. Ready in just 10 minutes, this vibrant lemonade is as simple as blending, straining, and stirring. Serve over ice with an optional garnish of fresh mint to elevate its crisp, cooling flavor. Whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ or looking for a nutritious, family-friendly treat, this easy homemade Paleo Watermelon Lemonade is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups seedless watermelon (cubed)
- 0.5 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey (optional, or substitute with Paleo-compliant sweetener such as maple syrup)
- 2 cups cold water
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 6 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the watermelon into cubes and remove any remaining seeds, even if it's labeled seedless.
In a high-powered blender, add the watermelon pieces and blend until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
Using a fine-mesh sieve placed over a large bowl or pitcher, strain the watermelon juice to remove the pulp, pressing gently with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the pulp.
Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice and honey to the watermelon juice. Stir until the honey is fully dissolved for a naturally sweetened lemonade. Taste and adjust sweetness if desired.
Mix in the cold water to dilute the juice slightly, adjusting to your preferred strength. Add less water for a stronger flavor or more for a milder drink.
Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the watermelon lemonade over the ice.
Optional: Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
443 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 34 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.7 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 96.2 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1217 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
