Mediterranean Diet Watermelon Lemonade
Quench your thirst with this irresistible Mediterranean Diet Watermelon Lemonade—a refreshing, all-natural twist on a classic summer drink! Made with hydrating seedless watermelon, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and lightly sweetened with raw honey or pure maple syrup (optional), this vibrant lemonade is as wholesome as it is delicious. Perfect for a hot day, this recipe takes just 10 minutes to prepare and uses a simple blend-and-strain technique for maximum flavor and minimal effort. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve over ice for a rejuvenating beverage that’s both healthy and invigorating. Whether you're sipping it poolside or pairing it with a light Mediterranean-inspired meal, this watermelon lemonade is your go-to guilt-free summer treat!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups (diced, seedless) Watermelon
- 0.5 cup Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cups Cold water
- 2 tablespoons Raw honey or pure maple syrup (optional for sweetening)
- 4 leaves (optional, for garnish) Fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup Ice cubes
Directions
Step 1
1. Prepare the watermelon by cutting it into small, seedless chunks. Measure 4 cups of diced watermelon.
Step 2
2. Add the diced watermelon to a blender and blend on high until smooth. This should take about 30–60 seconds.
Step 3
3. Place a fine mesh strainer over a large bowl or pitcher. Pour the blended watermelon through the strainer to remove the pulp, pressing with a spoon to extract all the juice. Discard the pulp.
Step 4
4. In the pitcher of strained watermelon juice, stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice and 2 cups of cold water. Mix well.
Step 5
5. Taste the lemonade. If additional sweetness is desired, stir in 1–2 tablespoons of raw honey or pure maple syrup until dissolved.
Step 6
6. Pour the watermelon lemonade into serving glasses over ice cubes.
Step 7
7. Garnish each glass with a fresh mint leaf, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1494g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 344.4 |
| Total Fat 1.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 30.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 90.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 75.5g | |
| Protein 4.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 98.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 888.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories