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Watermelon Juice

Watermelon juice is a vibrant, refreshing beverage made by blending ripe watermelon flesh until smooth. The mixture is strained to remove pulp, resulting in a bright pink, slightly viscous liquid with a crisp, cool texture, often enhanced with a splash of lemon or mint for added flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups ripe watermelon flesh, cubed seedless or de-seeded
  • 1 images lemon juice optional for added tang
  • a handful fresh mint leaves fresh mint leaves optional for flavor

Equipment

  • Sharp Knife
  • Blender
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Pitcher or Serving Glasses

Method
 

  1. Use a sharp knife to cut the watermelon into 1-inch cubes, removing any seeds if present, and place in a large blender.
    4 cups ripe watermelon flesh, cubed
  2. Add a splash of lemon juice and a handful of fresh mint leaves to the blender for extra flavor, if desired.
    1 images lemon juice, a handful fresh mint leaves fresh mint leaves
  3. Blend the mixture on high speed until completely smooth and the watermelon is liquefied, about 30-45 seconds. The color should be vibrant pink and the texture homogeneous.
    4 cups ripe watermelon flesh, cubed, 1 images lemon juice, a handful fresh mint leaves fresh mint leaves
  4. Place a fine mesh strainer over a large pitcher or bowl and pour the blended mixture through it, using a spatula or spoon to press the liquid through and leave pulp behind.
  5. Discard the pulp and transfer the strained juice into glasses, optionally garnishing with a sprig of mint or a thin wedge of lemon for presentation.
  6. Serve immediately over ice or chilled.