Watermelon Mint Lemonade
This watermelon mint lemonade is super easy to make and is so refreshing on a hot summer day. You will have to tweak the recipe to find the right flavor combination for your tastes.
Ingredients
Mint Simple Syrup Ingredients:
- ½ c. granulated sugar
- ½ c. water
- ¼ c. tightly packed fresh mint leaves stems removed and crushed
Remaining Ingredients:
- 6 c. fresh watermelon cut into chunks
- ¾ c. fresh lemon juice 6-8 medium lemons
- ½ c. cold water (plus more, if needed)
- ½ c. fresh mint leaves tightly packed with stems removed
- Ice to serve
- fresh mint sprigs for garnish
- lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- To prepare the simple syrup, add the sugar, water and crushed mint to a small saucepan and heat over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely, approximately 2-3 minutes. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and strain to remove mint leaves. Set aside to cool.
- Add watermelon chunks, fresh lemon juice, and cold water to a blender and blend until smooth. Pour through a strainer to remove any larger particles. Taste and sweeten with the cooled mint-infused simple syrup, as desired.
- Bruise one-half cup fresh mint leaves with fingers to release oils and add to a large glass pitcher or jar. Top with the watermelon mixture and stir to combine. To serve, pour over ice and garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a slice of lemon. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Watermelon Mint Lemonade
Amount per Serving
Calories
120
% Daily Value*
Fat
1
g
2
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
1
g
Sodium
6
mg
0
%
Potassium
234
mg
7
%
Carbohydrates
31
g
10
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
27
g
30
%
Protein
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
1106
IU
22
%
Vitamin C
26
mg
32
%
Calcium
27
mg
3
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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