To most of you, it won’t be a surprise anymore that I’m a massive fan of watermelon. Besides the fact that it’s incredibly tasty it also comes with a tonne of beneficial nutrients but most of all, it’s a fantastic fruit to work with. So after letting you guys in on my watermelon ice pops and my watermelon sorbet, I figured I might as well let the entire watermelon out of the bag and complete the summer goodness with this amazing watermelon lemonade without added sugar! Yes, wordplays – I’ll see myself out.
Now before you think this will be one of those bland lemonades that deliver neither in sweetness nor flavour let me tell you that you are in for a big surprise. Watermelon juice is incredibly sweet, so I chose to use it as lemonade base instead of water. Not only does it make this lemonade both refreshingly delicious and delightfully pink but also sweet without the need for added sugars.
I am a big fan of cold drinks during summer, and while I try to stick with water during the days, I crave my treats in the evenings. In fact, I always try to make my nights a little bit special, especially after hot and stressful weekdays. This watermelon lemonade is perfect for this since it is done in a pinch and looks as lovely as it tastes. Apart from tasting great, it comes with a surprisingly wide range of nutrients that you usually do not associate with a sweet lemonade.
I don’t know how you spend your summers, but for me, the increase in temperatures also comes with me being much more active. Being the typical summer person, I almost go into hibernation during winters. Living on the couch, under blankets. As soon as spring hits and the temperatures rise I am out and about. Hikes, long walks, and outdoor workouts. I am a huge fan of callisthenics which is an exercise regimen based on using your body weight but what does this have to do with lemonade? Nothing in general but it has a lot to do with this watermelon lemonade. Watermelon is not only a tasty way to hydrate yourself, but it can also help with muscle soreness. So next time you struggle through your leg day workout and dread the next day try a glass of this lovely watermelon lemonade. It might just do the trick for you.
I like to serve mine in tall glasses for fancier occasions, but at the end of a long day, I just want to sit down with a big drink. Especially after workouts, I go for the rustic, giant glass. I add a generous amount of ice cubes, mint, lemon slices and fill it to the brim with this delicious watermelon lemonade without added sugar. So here’s to a long and sunny summer and if you make this don’t forget to tag me in your Instagram posts with #gloriathegreedyvegan because I love to see your pictures.
- 2kg (4 lb) watermelon, cleaned *
- 4 lemons
- Half your watermelon and scoop the flesh into a blender. Process until smooth and strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds.
- Juice the lemons and add them to the watermelon juice and a generous amount of ice cubes to a large pitcher.
- Serve in individual glasses by adding a few slices of lemon and mint.
I love watermelon and I love lemonade so this can only be good! And it looks so good seeing the pictures! It’s cold outside right now but when it’s nice again, i’ll try this! xx corinne
this is so easy and yummy!! Melon is my absolute favorite fruit in the summers, love this recipe
I love this post. Pictures are incredible and it all looks so tasty
Thank you. – Love, G.
This look really delicious. Whenever I buy watermelon, a lot goes to waste. This will definitely reduce waste and impress the family. I will definitely try it during the weekend!
I had no idea that watermelon could help with muscle soreness. I like the sweetness of watermelon so I like that you used it as a base! It looks delicious x
Watermelon is so sweet to begin with. I never understood why people added more sugar to watermelon recipes. This one is awesome!
I’ve never heard of a Watermelon Lemonade before,but it sounds delicious. I always love learning about new drinks!
This sounds delicious, and is perfect for the time of the year. It looks really refreshing in this heat that we’ve been getting in California. Might try to make it myself.
Oh my gosh, yes. This looks so refreshing. I am going to be making this soon.
I have been trying to find recipes with not a lot of sugar. This looks so delicious and refreshing. I will have to get the ingredients I need to make some this weekend.
Yummy! This looks amazing! I feel like watermelon is such a perfect summer food, so refreshing and sweet all at once. I will have to keep you updated on trying out this recipe, it is perfect to beat this summer heat we have in California. I think even adding a little bit of rum for those crazy summer night could also give it a nice kick!
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Oh, it works brilliantly with white rum, tried and tested! =D – Love, G.
this looks so yummy! I did not know watermelon could help with muscle soreness. I’ll definitely be making some of this.
Oh man why haven’t thought of this? My kids love watermelon anything! Yummy
It’s so simple, maybe that’s why, I have a lot of those “Why didn’t I think of this”- moments when it comes to very simple solutions or recipes. – Love, G.
I have seriously wondered if I could make a lemonade without the extra sugar. It has been on my mind since I found this lemonade that I really really like, but it had SO MUCH sugar. I am going to try this recipe!
Oh wow this looks amzing1 Perfect for warm summer days (and nights)
This is fabulous. I am a diabetic and can’t use sugar. I love watermelon it is so refreshing. I would love to make this.
Oh, bless, I hope you like this lemonade. It sure is not easy to make them without adding sugar but this one is a real treat. – Love, G.
Watermelon lemonade looks like a brilliant idea! I love all summer fruits, but watermelon has a special place in my heart. This looks amazing. I hope I get a chance to make it this summer.
It looks amazing and it’s perfect for the summer. I like the fact that it doesn’t have any sugar in it. It’s nice to drink fruit smoothies and juices without sugar! I’m keeping this refreshing recipe!
This sounds so refreshing! I can’t believe I haven’t tried watermelon lemonade before. I’ll definitely be making it one of these days!
I have never actually tried watermelon lemonade so I am super curious as to how it tastes though it does look real tasty and as I am trying to cut down on sugar this would be epic
I love this lemonade. It’s so perfect for these Summer months. Thanks for sharing.
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Loved the recipe..will surely give it a try..
If that’s not the prettiest beverage I’ve ever seen, I don’t know what is. It makes me want to head to the store to buy a watermelon which I plan to.
Thank you, Terri! It always is a hit at parties. =D – Love, G.
This looks absolutely amazing. And it’s so cool that you did it without sugar. Refreshing and delicious. I will have to try making it out this weekend.
It makes perfect sense to use a water rich fruit as a base for a lemonade drink. Since I’m not a fan of watermelon, I’ll have to think of other water rich fruit as a great substitute.
Hello Elizabeth. I have a few more recipes in queue that will go live next week featuring other fruits. – Love, G.
I love Watermelon Lemonade because it’s so perfect for Summer! It’s really refreshing. BTW, I love your photos!
Thank you ! – Love, G.
This looks like a perfect summer drink for the hot days.
Thank-you (as always) for another healthy recipe! I used to love lemonade, but now find it far too sweet. I drink a lot of watermelon water already, so this won’t be too much of a stretch, and I’m thankful to have run across a recipe without added sugar. We host a lot of summer BBQs and am going to put this on the menu for our next one. x
I feel you. There’s so many things I used to love as a child that are far too sweet for me now. About the lemonade. I am posting more variations of it with different fruits over the next days. Most of them without added sugars. – Love, G.
This looks like such a refreshing treat! Watermelon plus lemonade is a perfect drink to enjoy on a hot summer day!
It looks delicious. Wondering~~ can this be made a day ahead of a party? And served from one of those beverage servers with a spout? Thanks
The lemonade contains a good amount of lemon juice which is a natural preservative. It should be okay for a day if it’s kept in the fridge. Keep it pure and add fruit pieces and mint to it just before serving. As for those beverage servers. I wish I had one! It would look fantastic in one and I see no reason why it should not work. – Love G.
Yesssss! This sounds so tasty and refreshing. Definitely making for the 4th!
Looks so yummy and refreshing . I love that’s so easy to make it.
This is amazing! i LOVE IT!
Really hope this gets seen today….I am making this for a brunch tomorrow and the lemons I got are awfully small. Should I increase the amount?
Thanks!
Hello Nici. Use what you have and taste it. If you feel it lacks acidity then add a lemon. The lemons I use tend to be big and yield about 2-3 tbsp of juice. Hope this helps. – Love, G.