Watermelon Limeade
Quench your thirst with the ultimate summer refresher—Watermelon Limeade! This vibrant, hydrating drink combines the natural sweetness of fresh, seedless watermelon with the tangy zing of freshly squeezed lime juice, creating a perfect balance of flavors. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make beverage can be customized with a touch of granulated sugar for added sweetness or enjoyed as is for a naturally light and fruity treat. Strain it for a smoother consistency or keep the pulp for extra texture—it's up to you! Serve over ice and garnish with fresh mint leaves and lime slices for a refreshing presentation that's as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or a quick pick-me-up on a hot day, this watermelon limeade is the go-to drink you'll want on repeat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Watermelon chunks (seedless)
- 0.5 cups Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (optional)
- 2 cups Cold water
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
- 4 slices Lime slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Place the watermelon chunks in a blender and blend until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
Strain the blended watermelon through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove pulp (optional, depending on your texture preference).
Add the fresh lime juice to the pitcher along with the granulated sugar, if desired. Stir well to combine until the sugar is dissolved.
Pour in the cold water and mix thoroughly.
Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and pour the watermelon limeade over the ice.
Garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves and lime slices, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
320 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.9 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 30 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.6 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.0 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 829 mg | 18% | |
*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.
