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Honeydew Lemonade

Honeydew Lemonade

  • Author: Jonathan
  • Total Time: 40 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Honeydew Lemonade is a refreshingly vibrant and naturally sweet beverage that perfectly balances juicy honeydew melon with zesty fresh lemons. Ideal for cooling down on warm days or uplifting your mood at gatherings, this easy-to-make lemonade offers versatility with optional mint, cucumber, sparkling water, or spicy ginger twists.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh honeydew melon, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)
  • 3 cups pure cold water (still or sparkling)
  • 2–3 tablespoons natural sweetener (raw honey, agave syrup, or light cane sugar, adjust to taste)
  • Fresh mint leaves, a handful (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Honeydew: Peel and dice fresh honeydew melon into small chunks to ensure easy blending and to capture its full juicy sweetness.
  2. Juice the Lemons: Roll the lemons on the countertop to loosen the juice, then squeeze carefully to extract fresh lemon juice, removing seeds for a smooth taste.
  3. Blend the Ingredients: In a blender, combine diced honeydew melon, fresh lemon juice, chosen sweetener, and cold water. Blend until smooth and silky in texture.
  4. Strain and Chill: Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove pulp and seeds for a smooth consistency. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Pour chilled Honeydew Lemonade into glasses filled with ice. Garnish with mint leaves or thin lemon slices if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use ripe honeydew melon that yields slightly to gentle pressure for the best natural sweetness.
  • Adjust sweetness and tartness gradually by tasting and modifying lemon juice and sweetener amounts.
  • Chill lemons and water beforehand to keep the lemonade refreshingly cool with less need for ice.
  • Strain the lemonade to achieve a smooth, easy-to-drink texture free of pulp.
  • Experiment with herbs like fresh basil or thyme for unique flavor variations beyond mint.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Beverages
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
  • Calories: 70
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 10mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Honeydew lemonade, refreshing drink, summer beverage, melon lemonade, fresh lemonade, natural sweetener, hydrating drink

Find it online: https://familycookspot.com/honeydew-lemonade/