Watermelon Lemonade
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Watermelon Lemonade
Description
Watermelon Lemonade starts by making a simple syrup from sugar and water, then cooling it completely. Fresh watermelon is blended until smooth and strained through a fine mesh to eliminate pulp and seeds, ensuring a smooth drink. The strained watermelon juice, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and simple syrup are combined over ice, then topped with cold water to adjust concentration and chilled for immediate serving. The natural sweetness and juiciness of watermelon and the bright acidity of lemon create a balanced, thirst-quenching lemonade. This beverage is ideal for hot days when a cool, fruity drink is desired. Preparing the simple syrup and straining the watermelon juice contribute to a clear, well-integrated flavor and smooth texture.
Ingredients
- 4 cups watermelon cubed
- 3 lemon juiced, plural
- 3 cups water cold
Simple Syrup
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water or to taste
Instructions
- To make simple syrup, combine sugar and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil and remove from heat. Cool completely.
- Blend watermelon until smooth. Strain through a mesh strainer. Discard pulp.
- Fill a 2 qt container ½ way with ice. Add watermelon juice, lemon juice, and simple syrup to taste.
- Top with cold water and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 82 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 82 | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 141mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 18g | 36% |
| Vitamin A | 440IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 27.6mg | 31% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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