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    Home » Recipes » Drinks and Cocktails

    By Kaleigh McMordie - August 2, 2021

    Sparkling Watermelon Mint Lemonade

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    This natural, lightly sweetened sparkling watermelon mint lemonade made with agave nectar and just 5 simple ingredients is a delicious, refreshing summer drink that is perfect for backyard BBQs and summer parties!

    three glasses of watermelon mint lemonade with pink striped straws surrounded by lemon slices and mint leaves.

    When life gives you lemons, well, you know...

    When life gives you a really big watermelon, make watermelon lemonade! Even better, homemade sparkling watermelon mint lemonade. It's a far cry from the cloying store-bought kind I remember drinking as a kid, and is just perfect for all things summer!

    Why You'll Love This Watermelon Lemonade

    This sparkling watermelon mint lemonade is all grown up - made with real watermelon and lemons. A hint of fresh mint adds a refreshing pop, while bubbly sparkling water is an extra special touch. Not too sweet and super fresh, this lemonade is healthier than your average lemonade and great for using up a bunch of watermelon. Serve it at your backyard BBQs and all other summer festivities!

    overhead view of ingredients needed to make sparkling watermelon mint lemonade on a white background.

    5 Simple Ingredients

    • Seedless watermelon
    • Lemons
    • Sparkling water (I like Topo Chico)
    • Agave nectar
    • Fresh mint leaves

    How To Make Sparkling Watermelon Mint Lemonade

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    1. Add cubed watermelon to a blender (I love my Vitamix) and blend until smooth.
    2. Pour pureed watermelon through a fine mesh strainer to strain the juice, and discard the pulp (or you can blend it into a smoothie!).
    3. Add lemon watermelon juice, lemon juice, sparkling water and agave nectar to a pitcher. Stir in mint and lemon slices.
    4. Serve over ice.

    Recipe Variations

    • If you're not a mint fan, leave it out.
    • If you prefer flat lemonade instead of sparkling, use regular water in place of sparkling water.
    • Leave out the agave for a no-added-sugar version.
    glass of sparkling watermelon mint lemonade with a pink striped straw with two more glasses behind it.

    Make It a Cocktail!

    Add a shot of vodka or gin to your glass for a refreshing cocktail that's not too sweet! To make the entire pitcher boozy, I suggest ¾ cup of the spirit of your choice.

    More Delicious Ways To Use a Whole Watermelon

    • Watermelon Feta and Arugula Grain Salad
    • Watermelon Beet Salad
    • Grilled Shrimp and Jicama Melon Salad With Herb Vinaigrette
    • Watermelon Feta Mint Salad
    • Easy Melon Ball Salad

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    Sparkling Watermelon Mint Lemonade

    three glasses of watermelon mint lemonade with pink striped straws surrounded by lemon slices and mint leaves.
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    ★★★★★

    5 from 1 reviews

    This natural, lightly sweetened sparkling watermelon mint lemonade made with agave nectar and just 5 simple ingredients is a delicious, refreshing summer drink that is perfect for backyard BBQs and summer parties!

    • Author: Kaleigh
    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 0 minutes
    • Total Time: 15 minutes
    • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
    • Category: drink
    • Method: blended
    • Cuisine: American

    Ingredients

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    • 4 cups cubed seedless watermelon
    • ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
    • 2 cups unflavored sparkling water
    • 1-2 tablespoon agave nectar, to taste
    • ¼ cup mint leaves, roughly torn
    • 1 lemon, sliced

    Instructions

    1. Place watermelon in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh strainer (you'll get about 2 cups of juice) and discard pulp.
    2. In a pitcher, combine watermelon juice, lemon juice, agave nectar, and sparkling water. Roughly tear mint leaves and stir lemon slices and mint into the pitcher.
    3. Serve lemonade over ice and garnish with extra mint and lemons, if desired.

    Notes

    • If you plan to make this ahead of time, leave the mint and sparkling water out until just before serving. 
    • If you prefer flat lemonade instead of sparkling, use plain water. 
    • You can make a no added sugar version by leaving out the agave nectar.

    Keywords: sparkling watermelon mint lemonade, homemade watermelon lemonade

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    About Kaleigh McMordie

    Kaleigh McMordie, MCN, RDN, LD, is a Registered Dietitian and Licensed Dietitian in Abilene, Texas, as well as a member of the Baby Led Weaning Dietitians Network.

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    1. Alexandra says

      June 27, 2020 at 3:02 pm

      I really enjoyed the combination of the flavors for the summer time. If you are looking for something simple and refreshing this is the DRINK!! I added more sweetener and less mint for my personal preference but I will for sure make this again.

      ★★★★★

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      • Kaleigh says

        June 28, 2020 at 6:09 am

        I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

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