Description
A refreshing summer drink made with watermelon, perfect for hot days and gatherings.
Ingredients
- 4 cups watermelon, diced
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons sugar (optional)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Combine the diced watermelon and water into a blender.
- Blend thoroughly until the mixture is smooth.
- Taste the mixture; if you prefer it sweeter, stir in the sugar as desired.
- Use a fine mesh sieve to strain the blended mixture into a pitcher.
- Squeeze in the lime juice and give it a good stir.
- Chill the drink in the refrigerator or serve it immediately over ice.
- Garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves.
Notes
For a lower-calorie option, reduce the sugar or use a natural sweetener. It can also be blended with basil or cucumber for different flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American