Watermelon Water Recipe
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Watermelon Water Recipe
Description
This Watermelon Water Recipe involves blending seedless watermelon cubes with part of the water to create a smooth juice base. Sugar is added and stirred in with the remaining water to achieve the preferred sweetness level. Lime juice boosts the drink with a fresh tartness that balances the sweetness and enhances flavor complexity.
The drink is served cold, either lightly chilled or poured over ice, making it an excellent option for warm weather refreshment or hydration. Adjusting sugar quantities allows customization from mildly sweet to sweeter versions, depending on taste preferences.
Removing seeds before blending ensures a smooth texture without unexpected bits. The simplicity of ingredients and method makes this a straightforward homemade alternative to commercial watermelon beverages.
Ingredients
- 6 cups watermelon cut into cubes
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 lime
- ½ gallon water
Instructions
- Cut the watermelon into cubes and remove all the seeds.
- Place the cut-up watermelon in the blender with 2 cups water and blend until smooth. (about 30 seconds)
- Pour the blended watermelon into a ½ gallon pitcher with ½ cup of sugar. Add water to fill pitcher.
- Add the juice of 1 lime (optional)
- Stir vigorously until the sugar has dissolved.
- Serve lightly chilled or over ice.
Notes
- Adjust sugar levels to taste, reducing it for a less sweet version or adding more for extra sweetness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8glasses
Amount Per Serving
Calories 118 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 8ozs | |
| Calories | 118kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 29g | 58% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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