Vibrant Watermelon Lemonade Drink (Print Version)

A vibrant summer drink made with watermelon and lemon.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 5 cups seedless watermelon, cubed and frozen
02 - 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4-5 lemons)
03 - 1 cup cold water
04 - 1 cup ice cubes

→ Optional Additions

05 - 10-12 fresh mint leaves (for garnish or blending)
06 - Lemon slices or watermelon wedges, for garnish

# How-To Steps:

01 - Place the frozen watermelon cubes, fresh lemon juice, cold water, and ice cubes in a high-powered blender.
02 - Blend until smooth and slushy. If the mixture is too thick, add a bit more water, a tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
03 - Taste and adjust for tartness—add a few extra watermelon cubes for more sweetness, if needed.
04 - Pour into glasses. Garnish with mint leaves and lemon slices, if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Quick and easy—ready in just 10 minutes with minimal prep.
  • Made with whole fruits and no added sugars for a truly healthy treat.
  • Crammed with hydrating watermelon, zesty citrus, and optional fresh mint for a cooling twist.
  • Perfect for vegans, and naturally free from gluten and dairy.
  • Customizable with fun garnishes and optional spirits for adult gatherings.
02 -
  • Freeze your glasses before serving to keep your slushie extra cold.
  • Taste after blending—add more frozen watermelon for sweetness or more lemon for extra tartness.
  • Check that all seeds are removed if not using seedless watermelon.
  • This recipe is allergen-friendly: gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, and soy-free.
  • If desired, add spirits only after blending and stir briefly to keep the slushie texture.
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