
Sweet, juicy watermelon and bright, tangy lemon are one of summer's most iconic pairings, and this drink delivers both in the most refreshing way possible. The process is straightforward — blend the watermelon, strain it smooth, then stir in fresh lemon juice and a homemade simple syrup that you can adjust to your own sweetness preference. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of legumes, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved whatsoever. The homemade simple syrup is a small but meaningful touch, giving you full control over how sweet the final drink turns out. Straining the blended watermelon through a fine-mesh sieve gives the lemonade a clean, silky texture that feels genuinely elevated without any extra effort. Poured over ice and finished with a sprig of fresh mint and a lemon slice, it looks like something you'd order at a nice restaurant patio. This is the kind of drink that disappears fast, so consider doubling the batch before your guests arrive.
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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.
Add the watermelon cubes to a blender and blend on high until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
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