Watermelon — aka summer's ultimate hydrating fruit — is the perfect way to cool off on a hot day. Whether you cut it into slices to enjoy at a picnic or blend up cubes for a refreshing drink, there are so many ways to enjoy this deliciously juicy melon. Try these easy ideas and recipes to get started.
Watermelon Agua Fresca
This drink is super popular in Mexico, and it might very well become a hit in your kitchen, too. It’s watermelon blended withcold water, agave nectar or honey and a little bit of lime juice... a.k.a. very thirst quenching.
Watermelon Granita
Embraced by slushie fans, the granita —part sorbet, part Italian ice —can get you through the most uncomfortably hot day. This three-ingredient recipe makes the most of ripe watermelon and results in a very Instagrammable shade of light pink.
Grape and Watermelon Freezer Pops
This kid-friendly recipe is a good activity for hot summer afternoons —just remember that it will need to freeze for 8 hours or overnight before you can enjoy them.
Watermelon Lemonade
Easy to make and packed with big flavor, this pink drink is just the thing for backyard pool parties and afternoons on the porch.
Strawberry Watermelon Coolers
This light, icy blended drink is essentially a frozen mocktail. Strawberries and watermelon come together with strawberry sparkling water and sugar for something sweet and refreshing.
