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Watermelon Juice

This recipe involves blending peeled watermelon flesh into a smooth juice, resulting in a vibrant, ruby-colored beverage. The final texture is thin and refreshing, with a subtle sweetness and a faint vegetal aroma discernible from the pureed fruit.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: none
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • Watermelon 4 cups, cubed: The main ingredient, offering natural sweetness and a high water content for hydration.
  • Ice optional, 1 cup: For a chilled, refreshing drink.
  • Lime juice 1 tablespoon, optional: Adds a zesty kick and balances the sweetness of the watermelon.
  • Honey or agave syrup optional, 1 tablespoon: Sweetens the juice, if desired, but watermelon is usually sweet enough on its own.

Equipment

  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Blender
  • Strainer (optional)
  • Pitcher or glass

Method
 

  1. Cut the watermelon in half and remove the rind.
  2. Slice the watermelon into chunks and remove any seeds, if necessary.
  3. Add the watermelon chunks to the blender and blend until smooth.
  4. If desired, strain the juice through a fine mesh sieve to remove the pulp.
  5. Taste the juice and add lime juice or sweetener if needed.
  6. Pour the juice into a glass or pitcher.
  7. If you like your juice cold, add a few ice cubes or chill it in the fridge.
  8. Serve immediately for the freshest taste.