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Watermelon Mocktail

A refreshing and naturally sweet watermelon mocktail made with fresh fruit, lime juice, mint, and sparkling water. Perfect for summer gatherings, family parties, or a personal treat, this recipe is hydrating, low in calories, and simple to make at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: summer drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups seedless watermelon cubed and chilled
  • * 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • * 8 fresh mint leaves
  • * 1 cup sparkling water or ginger ale adjust to taste
  • * Ice cubes as needed
  • * Optional garnish: lime slices watermelon wedges, extra mint sprigs

Equipment

  • Blender
  • * Fine mesh strainer (optional for smooth juice)
  • Pitcher
  • Muddler or wooden spoon
  • * Glasses

Method
 

  1. . Cut the watermelon into cubes and place in a blender. Blend until smooth.
  2. Strain the juice through a fine mesh strainer for a silky texture (optional).
  3. In a pitcher, muddle mint leaves lightly with lime juice to release aroma.
  4. Pour the watermelon juice into the pitcher and stir well.
  5. Add ice cubes and top with sparkling water or ginger ale for fizz.
  6. Pour into glasses, garnish with lime slices or mint sprigs, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 170mgFiber: 1gSugar: 13g

Notes

Freeze watermelon cubes overnight and blend with lime juice before serving.
Blend equal parts watermelon and strawberry purée, then follow the same steps.
To make a watermelon mocktail batch, double or triple the recipe and store the juice in the refrigerator. Add sparkling water just before serving.
Garnish with edible flowers or cucumber ribbons for a unique presentation.

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