Dairy Free Classic Watermelon Lemonade
Bright, juicy, and refreshingly tart, this watermelon lemonade is the kind of drink that makes a hot afternoon feel like a celebration. Blended fresh watermelon is strained smooth and combined with real squeezed lemon juice and a homemade simple syrup, so every sip is clean, fruity, and naturally vibrant. The best part? Every single ingredient here is inherently plant-based, meaning there's nothing to swap or second-guess — no hidden dairy lurking in a store-bought mix or flavored syrup. Straining the blended watermelon through a fine-mesh sieve gives the lemonade a silky, polished texture that feels far more elevated than the effort involved. A handful of fresh mint and a few lemon slices on the rim take it from backyard casual to genuinely impressive. Make a big pitcher ahead of time and keep it chilled — it's the easiest crowd-pleaser you'll pour all summer.
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4 servings
For the simple syrup
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
For the lemonade
- 6 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes (about ½ small watermelon)
- ¾ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 5–6 lemons)
- 1 ½ cups cold water
For serving
- ice, for serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
- lemon slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sugar and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 3–4 minutes. Remove from the heat and let the syrup cool for 10 minutes.
- 2
Add the watermelon cubes to a blender and blend on high until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
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