Description
Watermelon Limeade is the ultimate refreshing summer drink that captures the essence of sun-soaked days. This vibrant beverage blends the sweetness of ripe watermelon with the zesty brightness of fresh lime, creating a thirst-quenching delight perfect for barbecues or lazy afternoons. With its eye-catching pink hue and delightful taste, this drink will keep you cool while making you feel like you’re lounging poolside.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh seedless watermelon, cubed
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 4 limes)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups cold water
Instructions
- Cut watermelon into small cubes and remove any seeds. Blend until smooth.
- Strain the watermelon puree through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher.
- Squeeze in fresh lime juice and add sugar; stir until dissolved.
- Mix in cold water, adjusting sweetness if needed.
- Serve over ice and garnish with lime slices or mint leaves.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added freshness, incorporate mint leaves into the blend. - Substitute sparkling water for flat water for a fizzy twist on this classic drink.