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Easy Watermelon Water

A refreshing and healthy drink made from ripe watermelon, sugar, and lime, perfect for hot days and meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Beverage, Refreshing Drink
Cuisine: American, Summer
Calories: 50
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 cups diced fresh watermelon seedless or with seeds
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice about half of a large lime

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a blender, add 4 cups of the watermelon chunks with 1 cup of water. Blend on high speed until smooth.
  2. Transfer the drink to a pitcher. If using seeded watermelon, pass the juice through a fine mesh strainer to remove blended seeds.
  3. Repeat the process with the remaining watermelon.
  4. Add the 1/2 cup sugar and lime juice to the pitcher, mix well, and taste for sweetness. Adjust sugar to taste.
  5. Pour into tall glasses filled with ice and garnish with fresh watermelon if desired. Best consumed within 1 to 2 days.

Notes

For a light adult version, add a splash of sparkling water or light rum. To keep it healthy, skip alcohol and use soda water. Pair with protein snacks for balanced nutrition.