Watermelon juice has been a staple in my refrigerator throughout the summer, right next to my favorite herbal iced tea. It’s such a super refreshing way to stay hydrated!
We first enjoyed fresh watermelon juice on a short getaway this past spring to Punta Cana, and it was so restorative in the heat, that when we returned home, I couldn’t wait to duplicate it. In Punta Cana, I was adding a splash of watermelon juice to bottled water. Here at home, I’m adding it to herbal iced tea or sparkling water.
It’s deliciously sweet, so a little goes a long way, and it’s perfect for staying one step ahead of hydrating needs during these last days of summer.
Making watermelon juice could not be easier. You need only a blender. I like the pulp, but if you’re not a fan, you can pour the juice through a strainer.
Some people add a sweetener. Some add lime juice. For me, straight up is best, because it tastes like watermelon! And what could be better than that?
FRESH WATERMELON JUICE
1 small watermelon (around 12-inches across)
Instructions
Rinse the outside of the watermelon, and dry well with a clean towel.
Using a large knife, slice watermelon into quarters. Remove the watermelon flesh from two quarters. Discard the rind. Add watermelon chunks to a blender (I use a Vitamix). Blend watermelon until pulverized.Ā
(Cover and refrigerate the other two quarters for another use.)
Pour watermelon juice into a large pitcher or covered jar, and store in the refrigerator. Serve chilled. (I find this juice stays fresh refrigerated for 3 or 4 days.)
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