Do you love watermelon in the summertime? It’s one of the most refreshing fruits we can have to cool down during summer; it’s packed with water, vitamins and fiber, and satisfies that sweet tooth too!
That’s why today I bring you these 5 delicious and refreshing watermelon recipes with this favorite summer fruit!
Watermelon is so tasty and sweet that it’s perfect to make lemonades, popsicles, cocktails, smoothies and even salads!
Are you ready to try these fresh watermelon recipes for the hottest days and at your next backyard summer party?
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Is watermelon good for health?
You’ll be surprised by all the health benefits of watermelon!
Watermelon is 92% water, low in calories and high in antioxidants, lowers Inflammation in the body, it’s so hydrating and good for hair and skin.
Eating watermelon is really good for you and your family!
How to pick a watermelon
If you are looking for a sweet and good watermelon at the store, you need to know if a watermelon is ripe.
Keep these two things in mind when choosing a watermelon:
- Don’t pick the biggest watermelon, as the best watermelons are average-sized.
- Look at its tail. If it’s green, it’s not ripe. Watermelons with the best taste are the ones with dried tails.
How to cut a watermelon
Watermelons are so big that many times we are afraid to cut them, because they are very hard and can be difficult.
If you want to know how to cut a watermelon properly, in this video, our friends at Handimania teach us how to do it easily and without making a huge mess.
5 Refreshing Watermelon Recipes for Summer
Watermelon Margarita
There is nothing more refreshing than a watermelon margarita!
Watermelon margaritas are more refreshing than the classic ones, and this easy summer cocktail is the perfect drink for your summer parties and the hottest days of the year.
Besides, this watermelon margarita recipe is super easy. All you need is watermelon, lime juice and tequila. And if you prefer a frozen watermelon margarita, just add some ice with the rest of the ingredients and blend it all together. So fresh and delicious!
5-Minute Easy Watermelon Smoothie
One of the best healthy breakfast ideas to cool down this summer. Smoothies with watermelon really elevate the taste of the drink!
This refreshing & delicious watermelon smoothie recipe is an easy-to-make breakfast or healthy snack that’s just perfect on a hot summer day.
This healthy smoothie is simple, light and sweet. All you need is watermelon, lime juice and ice. This frozen watermelon recipe is ready in just 2 minutes!
Watermelon Salad
If you are looking for an easy & healthy salad recipe, you’ll love this watermelon salad with feta cheese.
It’s the best summer salad that the whole family will love, even kids! Salty and sweet, it’s the perfect summer dinner recipe alongside your favorite grilled chicken or BBQ recipe.
Watermelon Popsicles
If you’re looking for the best homemade popsicle recipes for kids so you can make a healthy snack or dessert for the little ones, these watermelon popsicles are the best!
Watermelon Lemonade
The best summer drink ever! When you try this easy watermelon lemonade recipe, you’ll be having it every day during the summer.
I’m used to having the classic lemonade with freshly squeezed lemons, but when I first added watermelon to the lemonade recipe, it became one of my favorite summer drinks. So light, sweet and delicious!
I hope these easy and healthy watermelon recipes make you insanely happy!
If you try any of these watermelon recipes, let me know in the comments. Or you can share your recipe photos with me on Instagram or Pinterest. I can’t wait to see what you make!
MORE WATERMELON RECIPES:
- Watermelon Salad with Feta Cheese
- Easy Watermelon Lemonade (Sugar-free)
- Refreshing Watermelon Smoothie Recipe
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Absolutely love watermelon! So refreshing and love that I can use it for sweet and savoury dishes!
These recipes look amazing! Perfect for the summer 🙂
Dare I admit, I have never made anything with watermelon other than just eating it plain. Each recipe on here looks great. I will be starting with the smoothie and the salad 🙂
All of those watermelon beverages sound so refreshing for summertime sipping! I love watermelon on summer salads, so I’m definitely going to try that salad.
Not only do these recipes look delicious, but your photos are absolutely stunning. I love the layouts and combination of colors.
I am now craving a watermelon salad with a popsicle to follow washed down with watermelon lemonade. I have only ever used watermelon as a fruit to eat… but not any more!
I love watermelon! That margarita sounds absolutely amazing!