Watermelon Lemonade

Jul 11, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A refreshing iced lemonade with fresh lemon juice and watermelon purée for a subtle fruity twist.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet Dairy free, Gluten free, Vegan

Ingredients

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servings

2.0 fl oz (60.0 ml)fresh lemon juice
1.0 fl oz (30.0 ml)simple syrup
7.0 fl oz (210.0 ml)cold filtered water
1.0 fl oz (30.0 ml)watermelon purée
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)ice

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Instructions

Combine fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, cold filtered water, and watermelon purée in a glass.
Stir well until the mixture is uniform and taste for balance, adjusting sweetness if needed.
Fill a serving glass with ice cubes and pour the watermelon lemonade over the ice.
Serve immediately while cold.

Tips

Use ripe watermelon for a sweeter purée, or blend fresh watermelon chunks yourself for best flavor. You can make simple syrup ahead and store in the fridge for convenience.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make watermelon lemonade?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make watermelon lemonade ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers, covered, for up to 2 days; add fresh ice just before serving.

Is this drink vegan?

Yes, as written. Check that packaged ingredients such as syrups, sauces and toppings are labeled vegan.

A refreshing iced lemonade with fresh lemon juice and watermelon purée for a subtle fruity twist.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

108 Calories / serving

0.2g Fat

28.6g Carbs

0.9g Protein

24.2g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~108 cal · 0g fat · 29g carbs · 1g protein · 24g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 108 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 20 min·1.2 mi·~2350 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 15 min·0.8 mi·~1500 steps
Moderate cycling 11 min·2.2 mi
Swimming laps 15 min
Jogging 11 min·0.9 mi·~1750 steps
Stair climbing 10 min·~900 steps
Dancing 18 min
Bodyweight circuit training 11 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 25 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.