A glass of chilled, sweet, and refreshing watermelon juice will not only satisfy your thirst but it also cherishes your tastebuds. With its natural sweetness and vibrant color this is a family favorite summer drink. It can be enjoyed as a chilled drink, or you can use it as a base for various summer drinks.
Watermelons were cultivated around 5000 years ago in ancient Egypt, and with the passage of time, their popularity spread from the Mediterranean to other parts of the globe. You may be amazed to know that watermelon is classified both as a fruit and a vegetable.
Watermelon Juice
Watermelon juice is a perfect drink for summer gatherings. It is super easy to make and has immense health benefits. Serving a glass of watermelon with chicken wings at a pool party will surely impress your guests. Try this minimal-ingredient recipe and quench your thirst with sweet flavors. I really enjoy it as a refreshing post-workout drink.
Ingredients You Will Need
Watermelon: I am using a seedless variety of watermelon for a smooth and sweet base.
Lemon Juice: it adds a tangy flavor to the drink.
Sugar: adds a sweetness to the drink. However, if you are avoiding the sugar you can skip it or you can use honey as an alternative.
Black Salt: balance the sweet flavor.
Ice Cubes: chills the drink.
Step By Step Directions
Step1
- Firstly, cut the watermelon into equal halves and remove the outer skin.
- Then slice it into small pieces. Remove the seeds if you are not using seedless watermelon.
Step2
- Combine sliced watermelon, lemon juice, sugar, and black salt in a blender.
- Then blend it until smooth.
- Add ice cubes and blend again until chilled.
Step3
- Then strain the juice for a smooth juice.
- Finally, pour it into the glass and garnish it with fresh mint leaves.
Watermelon Juice Variations
Watermelon Smoothie: use this watermelon juice recipe as a base for making a watermelon smoothie. Skip the black salt and add Greek yogurt to get a yummy smoothie.
Watermelon Lemonade: you can add soda to this drink to make a watermelon lemonade.
Health Benefits
Hydrating: high water content in watermelon makes it a hydrating drink.
Low in Calories: Unlike drinks like mango shake or iced coffee it is a low-calorie drink.
Rich in Vitamins: it is loaded with vitamins A, and C and antioxidants.
Tips That Will Help
- Use seedless watermelon for convenience; if you are using watermelon with seeds then make sure to remove them or strain the juice before serving.
- Black salt adds a depth of flavor to the drink and it is my secret ingredient for watermelon juice. Don’t forget to add it before blending.
- Strain the juice through a fine mesh strainer.
FAQ’s
How to store watermelon juice?
You can store watermelon juice in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. However, make sure to use a glass bottel for storing juice.
Watermelon Juice Recipe
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Watermelon sliced into chunks
- 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice
- 1/2 Tbsp Sugar
- 1/2 Tsp Black Salt
- Ice Cubes
Instructions
- Firstly, cut the watermelon into equal halves and remove the outer skin.
- Then slice it into small pieces. Remove the seeds if you are not using seedless watermelon.
- Combine sliced watermelon, lemon juice, sugar, and black salt in a blender.
- Then blend it until smooth.
- Add ice cubes and blend again until chilled.
- Then strain the juice for a smooth juice.
- Finally, pour it into the glass and garnish it with fresh mint leaves.
Notes
Health Benefits
- Hydrating: high water content in watermelon makes it a hydrating drink.
- Low in Calories: Unlike drinks like mango shake or iced coffee it is a low-calorie drink.
- Rich in Vitamins: it is loaded with vitamins A, and C and antioxidants.
