Frozen Watermelon Lemonade Slushie (Print Version)

Bright frozen watermelon and lemon slushie, naturally sweet and icy, blended in minutes with fresh juice and ice.

# Ingredient List:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 5 cups frozen seedless watermelon cubes
02 - 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–5 lemons), strained
03 - 1 cup cold water
04 - 1 cup ice cubes

→ Optional Additions

05 - 10–12 fresh mint leaves, optional
06 - Lemon slices or watermelon wedges, for garnish

# Cooking Directions:

01 - Measure and place the frozen watermelon cubes, fresh lemon juice, cold water and ice cubes into a high-powered blender.
02 - Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and has a slushy texture, pausing to scrape down the sides as needed.
03 - If the mixture is too thick, add cold water 1 tablespoon at a time until you reach the desired consistency; if it lacks sweetness add a few more frozen watermelon cubes, or add a touch more lemon juice for extra tartness, then reblend briefly.
04 - Divide the slush among glasses, garnish with mint leaves and lemon slices or watermelon wedges if desired, and serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The slushie is so vibrant and sweet you’d never guess there’s no added sugar.
  • It’s incredibly quick and flexible, vanishing almost as fast as you make it.
02 -
  • I once underestimated how quickly watermelon freezes solid; slice and cube first to save yourself from chipping away later.
  • Chilling the glasses truly keeps each sip colder, longer—worth taking the extra minute.
03 -
  • Freeze watermelon in single layers on a tray before bagging so the cubes don't clump together.
  • A quick taste test after blending always saves you from accidental over-tartness or watered-down slush.
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