Hydrating watermelon and coconut water meet up with tangy lemons and tart raspberries in this refreshing and thirst-quenching watermelon, raspberry lemonade.
It’s officially summer and that means watermelon season is in full swing. Ripe, juicy watermelons are truly something special and this is the season to enjoy the pretty pink-fleshed fruit.
Summer of course is also lemonade season and I’m particularly partial to the tongue tickling tartness of fresh lemonade on a sweltering summer day. The perfect combination of sweet and tart, it’s like summer in a glass and a symbol of the season.
This tart pink watermelon raspberry lemonade is entirely naturally sweetened; there are no added sugars or sweeteners, only fresh fruit and coconut water.
Cubes of juicy watermelon are whizzed together with raspberries and lemon juice and then added to naturally sweet and electrolyte-rich coconut water to create a lemonade that’s super hydrating and bright in both color and flavor.
Due to their high water and potassium content, watermelons are a refreshingly tasty way to rehydrate when the temperature rises. While many people may know that tomatoes are a good source of lycopene, watermelons actually surpass them, giving us another great reason to enjoy them.
Coconut water also packs the power of potassium and is a natural way to replenish electrolytes and rehydrate on a hot day. Add a pinch of mineral rich sea salt (like you would to the rim of a margarita glass) and you’ll have a thirst-quenching and all-natural post-hike or swim kind of drink.
Best of all this cool refreshing lemonade comes together in minutes, which is a good thing since you’ll want to keep a pitcher handy in the fridge this summer.
Naturally Sweetened Raspberry Watermelon Lemonade
Hydrating watermelon and coconut water meet up with tangy lemons and tart raspberries in this refreshing and thirst-quenching watermelon, raspberry lemonade.
Ingredients
- 2 lb/ 900g seedless watermelon, cubed (from about a small melon)
- 1 cup/140g fresh or frozen raspberries
- 1 cup/ 240ml freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 8 lemons)
- 1 cup/240ml coconut water or filtered water (if using plain water you may want to add a little extra liquid sweetener like honey (for non-vegan) or stevia to taste if you like your lemonade on the sweeter side)
- A pinch of sea salt or Himalayan salt (optional)
- Crushed ice for serving
- Slices of watermelon, raspberries and lemon wedges for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a high speed blender or food processor, purée the watermelon, raspberries and lemon juice in until smooth. (You may need to do this in batches depending on the size of your blender or processor.)
- Press through a fine mesh filter to strain and transfer to a large pitcher. Add the coconut water (or plain water if using) and stir to combine.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to chill.
- Pour over ice in glasses, top up with a little sparkling water for a fizzy version or a shot of vodka for a cocktail version.
- Finish each glass with a pinch of salt and garnish with slices of watermelon, raspberries or lemon wedges if desired and serve.
Notes
Naturally-Sweetened, Refined Sugar-Free, Vegan, Paleo
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 80Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 107mgCarbohydrates: 21gFiber: 3gSugar: 15gProtein: 2g
Nutritional information for recipes contained on this website, such as calories, fat, carbs, etc. are only estimates and are not guaranteed to be accurate.
Sylvie Shirazi is the recipe developer and food photographer behind Gourmande in the Kitchen. For the last 10 years she's been making eating more healthfully easy and accessible with gluten-free, grain-free, paleo and vegan recipes that are free from processed ingredients.
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
How refreshing does this look?! Gorgeous!
Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking says
I cannot think of a better summer drink, Sylvie! This looks so light, cool and refreshing. Lovely!
EA-The Spicy RD says
This looks and sounds absolutely amazing Sylvie! Cheers!!
Sophia @ NY Foodgasm says
Beautiful and refreshing!!!
Ash-foofashionparty says
Wow Sylvie, this is such a fresh combination.
I didn't know that watermelon beat tomatoes in its nutritional value.
I have followed your blog for a while and I am blown away by your photography every time.
Ash
Aimee @ Simple Bites says
A splendid flavor combination and beautiful presentation, Sylvie. I'd love a glass! 🙂
Carolyn says
Now that sounds refreshing, Sylvie! Love that there are no added sweeteners.
Stacy | Wicked Good Kitchen says
Oh, Sylvie! I simply adore raspberries, watermelon and all varieties of lemonade. And, I love using coconut water whenever I can for the health benefits. Brilliant to use it in lemonade. The fact that your recipe today is naturally sweetened is a major bonus! Thank you for sharing! xo
Averie @ Averie Cooks says
I love watermelon and have a TON on hand - need to make slushies or lemonade with it! Great thinking!
Rosa says
Divinely refreshing!
Cheers,
Rosa
Michelle Downing says
Thanks I will try this today. How can I go wrong?