Watermelon Lemonade Slush with Fresh Mint
An icy slush blending watermelon and lemon juice with a touch of sweetness and crushed ice, finished with fresh mint for a cooling twist. This American-inspired Fourth of July recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together seedless watermelon, cubed, fresh lemon juice, white sugar for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 4, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 2 cups cold water
- 8 fresh mint leaves
- 5 cups ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Combine 4 cups of seedless watermelon cubes, 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup white sugar, and 2 cups cold water in a blender. Blend on high speed for 1 minute until smooth and the sugar is dissolved.
- Step 2: Add 5 cups of ice cubes and 8 fresh mint leaves to the blender. Pulse 6-8 times until the ice is crushed and the mixture is slushy but not too liquid.
- Step 3: Pour the watermelon lemonade slush into tall glasses and garnish each with a sprig of mint for an extra refreshing aroma.
- Step 4: Serve immediately to enjoy the icy texture and vibrant flavors.






