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Watermelon Lemonade with Kiwifruit
Sweet, juicy watermelon meets a frosty, tart kiwifruit topping in this vibrant layered drink. You'll love the contrast between the bright pink lemonade base and the icy green puree floating on top. It's a colorful, thirst-quenching beverage that easily beats standard store-bought mixes. Just blend, freeze the kiwi layer, and pour for a stunning presentation everyone will ask about.
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 3 cups water
- 1 cup lemon juice (about 4 lemons)
- ½ cup sugar
- 4 kiwifruit, peeled, cut into fourths
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 8 cups cubed seedless watermelon
- 2 cans (12 oz each) frozen lemonade concentrate
- 4 cups water
Instructions
- 1Blend the peeled kiwifruit and 1 tablespoon of sugar until smooth. Transfer the mixture to a freezer-safe container and freeze for 1 to 2 hours until firm.
- 2Puree the cubed watermelon in a blender or food processor until completely smooth. You might need to do this in batches depending on the size of your blender.
- 3Combine the frozen lemonade concentrate and water in a large pitcher. Stir in the pureed watermelon until fully mixed.
- 4Pour the watermelon lemonade into individual glasses. Top each glass with a spoonful of the frozen kiwifruit mixture just before drinking so it stays frosty.
Notes
- Tip: To get the most juice from fresh lemons, roll them back and forth on the counter with the palm of your hand, pressing down firmly before slicing.
- Make ahead: You can puree the watermelon and mix the lemonade base a day in advance. Keep it chilled in the fridge until you're ready to serve.
- Balance: If your watermelon is especially sweet, you can reduce the amount of lemonade concentrate or add a splash of fresh lemon juice to balance the flavors.