Watermelon Limeade
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
6 people
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Calories
105 kcal
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Course
Drinks
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Cuisine
International
Watermelon Limeade
Description
Watermelon Limeade blends fresh lime juice with pure watermelon juice sweetened lightly with agave nectar or sugar. The watermelon is blended until smooth and strained to remove pulp, resulting in a silky juice base. Mixing it with fresh lime juice adds acidity and vibrant citrus notes, creating a balanced flavor profile. Chilled ice and lime wedges complete the drink, making it a cool and thirst-quenching choice.
This beverage is ideal for hot days or anytime a fresh fruit drink is desired. Using fresh lime juice ensures brightness without artificial taste, and controlling the sweetness with agave or sugar lets you adjust it to preference. Straining the watermelon juice removes fibrous parts, giving a smooth texture. The combination is simple yet distinctive enough to serve as a homemade alternative to store-bought limeades or fruit drinks.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup lime juice fresh
- 3 tablespoons agave nectar or sugar to taste
- 3 lbs (1.35kg) watermelon seeded and cut into chunks
- 2-3 cups ice
- lime wedges
Instructions
- In a pitcher, combine the lime juice and agave nectar, and stir until well mixed. Blend and purée the watermelon in a blender, then strain the watermelon juice, discarding the residue.
- Add the watermelon juice, ice, and lime wedges to the pitcher. Stir to combine well and serve cold.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 105 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 6people | |
| Calories | 105kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 3mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 21g | 42% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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