This Watermelon Strawberry Lemonade is the ultimate refreshing summer drink. Fresh watermelon, juicy strawberries and bright lemon juice are blended together to create a naturally fruity lemonade that’s perfect for backyard barbecues, pool parties, beach days or sipping on the porch. It’s easy to make, gorgeous to serve, and tastes like summer in a glass!
If you’re looking for a homemade lemonade recipe that’s a little different, this one is guaranteed to become a seasonal favorite.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- ❄️ Beautiful served over ice or frozen watermelon cubes
- 🍉 Made with fresh watermelon and strawberries
- 🍓 Naturally sweet and packed with fruity flavor
- 🍋 Fresh lemon juice adds the perfect tangy balance
- 🥤 Great for parties, picnics and cookouts
- 🍹 Easily turns into a refreshing cocktail (like vodka lemonade)
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Seedless Watermelon: Sweet, ripe watermelon creates the base of this lemonade. Choose one that feels heavy for its size and has a creamy yellow field spot.
- Fresh Strawberries: Fresh berries add natural sweetness and a vibrant color.
- Water: Helps thin the mixture to the perfect consistency.
- Fresh Lemon Juice: Freshly squeezed lemon juice gives this drink its bright, classic lemonade flavor.
- Granulated Sugar: Balances the tart lemons. You can adjust the amount depending on how sweet your fruit is.
- Lemon Slices: Optional, but they make a beautiful garnish for serving.
How to Make Watermelon Strawberry Lemonade
- Add the watermelon, strawberries, water, lemon juice and sugar to a blender in two batches.
- Blend until completely smooth.
- Pour through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove the pulp.
- Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- Add lemon slices to the pitcher.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Serve over ice, or use frozen watermelon cubes instead of ice so your lemonade stays full of flavor.
Recipe Tips
- Double the recipe for large gatherings.
- Taste your watermelon before making the recipe. Sweeter watermelon may require less sugar. And you can also use more water to make it less sweet.
- Chill all of the ingredients before blending for the coldest lemonade.
- Straining the mixture creates a smoother, more refreshing drink.
- Freeze extra watermelon into cubes for serving instead of regular ice cubes.
- Store leftover lemonade in a covered pitcher in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir well before serving since some natural separation may occur.
- You can also freeze the lemonade into ice cube trays and use the cubes to flavor sparkling water or future batches of lemonade.
Recipe Variations
- Sparkling Watermelon Lemonade: Top each glass with sparkling water or club soda.
- Frozen Watermelon Lemonade: Blend with ice for a frozen slush.
- Mint Watermelon Lemonade: Blend in a handful of fresh mint leaves.
- Watermelon Strawberry Lemonade Cocktail: Add vodka or gin to individual glasses for an easy summer cocktail.
- Lemonade Spritzer: Pour a splash into sparkling water for a light, refreshing drink.
What to Serve with Watermelon Strawberry Lemonade
This refreshing drink pairs perfectly with all your favorite summer recipes. Here are a few delicious ideas from our website:
More Refreshing Summer Drinks
If you love summertime drinks, you might also enjoy making our Sweet Summer Iced Tea, Ginger Beer Lemonade or Cherry Lime Slushies. And if you are a huge fan of watermelon, you will absolutely love this Watermelon Agua Fresca.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to strain the lemonade?
No, but straining removes the pulp and creates a smoother texture that’s more like traditional lemonade. It’s so much easier and more pleasant to drink!
Can I use bottled lemon juice?
Fresh lemon juice is highly recommended. It has a much brighter, fresher flavor.
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! In fact, it’s even better after chilling for at least an hour.
Can I reduce the sugar?
Absolutely. Start with ¼ cup and add more to taste, depending on the sweetness of your fruit.
Can I make this with frozen strawberries?
Yes. Let them thaw slightly before blending for the smoothest consistency.
Note from RecipeGirl:
One thing I love about this recipe is how it lets the fruit shine. Watermelon and strawberries are naturally sweet and juicy, so they create a vibrant lemonade that’s light, refreshing and not overly sugary. Whether you’re serving it at a beach picnic, a backyard barbecue or simply cooling off on a hot afternoon, this is the kind of drink that disappears quickly—so don’t be surprised if you find yourself making a second batch!
Watermelon Strawberry Lemonade
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 cups roughly chopped seedless watermelon
- 1½ cups halved fresh strawberries
- 2 to 3 cups water
- ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ½ cup granulated white sugar
- lemon slices, for garnish
Instructions
- Working in two batches, add watermelon, strawberries, water, lemon juice and sugar to a blender jar (or food processor). Blend until smooth. Strain the mixture into a pitcher and discard the solids. Repeat with the 2nd batch.
- Add lemon slices to the pitcher, and chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- Serve in ice-filled glasses (or use frozen watermelon cubes in place of ice cubes).
Notes
- You can also use this lemonade as a base for a cocktail. Pour soda water or sparkling water over ice, add vodka or gin and then add a generous splash of the watermelon strawberry lemonade.
- Alternately, you can add a splash to your sparkling water.
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan, making it an easy option for serving a crowd. The vibrant pink color makes it especially fun for Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, baby showers and summer birthday parties.
- For an extra-special presentation, garnish each glass with a watermelon wedge, fresh strawberry and lemon slice.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
