Watermelon Juice
Refreshing and hydrating watermelon juice, perfect for summer, loaded with nutrients, antioxidants, and natural sweetness.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3-4 cups fresh ripe watermelon, chopped Preferably seedless
- 1 half lime juice Optional for added zest
- a handful fresh mint leaves Optional for watermelon mint cooler variation
- 1 cup chilled water Optional to dilute
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks Optional for tropical smoothie variation
- ½ cup Greek yogurt Optional for tropical smoothie variation
- ½ cup coconut water Optional for tropical smoothie variation
- 2 cups fresh watermelon juice For watermelon cocktail variation
- 1 shot vodka or white rum Optional for cocktail variation
- Ice cubes For serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Choose a ripe watermelon with a yellow spot on its underside, indicating sweetness.
- Chop 3-4 cups of fresh, ripe watermelon into cubes.
- Place the cubes in a blender and add the juice of half a lime.
- Blend until smooth.
- For a smoother texture, strain the juice through a fine mesh strainer if desired.
- Serve chilled in a glass filled with ice.
Watermelon Mint Cooler Variation
- Blend 3 cups chopped watermelon, a handful of fresh mint leaves, and 1 cup of chilled water until smooth.
- Strain if desired, then serve over ice and garnish with a mint sprig.
Tropical Watermelon Smoothie Variation
- Blend 2 cups chopped watermelon, 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks, ½ cup Greek yogurt, and ½ cup coconut water until creamy.
- Serve immediately, garnished with a pineapple slice.
Watermelon Cocktail Variation
- Mix 2 cups fresh watermelon juice, 1 shot of vodka or white rum, and the juice of half a lime in a cocktail shaker.
- Pour into a glass filled with ice and enjoy responsibly.
Notes
Store watermelon juice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. For longer storage, freeze it in ice cube trays.