This Watermelon Lemon Ginger Juice is a naturally sweet, vitamin C-rich drink made with just three ingredients in 15 minutes. One batch makes 18 servings, so it's an easy way to keep a hydrating, antioxidant-rich juice on hand all week.
If you're crazy about watermelon as I am, you'll love this refreshing drink. Pair it with zesty lemon juice and a touch of spicy ginger to make it even more cooling and incredibly energizing.
The natural sweetness of the watermelon balances the tartness of the lemon, while ginger adds a warming kick that’s excellent for your digestive system. Whether served over ice cubes on a hot day or as part of a wellness shot routine, this juice is a simple way to hydrate and nourish your body, similar to my Fennel Juice With Celery And Pineapple. Let’s dive in!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Easy & quick: Make it in a slow juicer or high-speed blender in just 15 minutes (prep time included).
- Hydrating & nutrient-rich: Watermelon is naturally hydrating, lemon adds vitamin C, and ginger supports digestion and a healthy immune system.
- Energizing: A naturally sweet, refreshing drink that’s great for warm days, post-workout refreshment, or as a midday pick-me-up.
Ingredients & Notes
- Watermelon: Use fresh, ripe watermelon for maximum sweetness and hydration. Leave most of the white rind for extra nutrients and juicing yield. The rind is a powerhouse of nutrients, including vitamins A, B6, and C, as well as minerals like potassium and magnesium.
- Lemon: Adds a bright, zesty flavor and boosts vitamin C. Keep some of the white pith to reduce acidity. It's also rich in fiber, flavonoids, and supports gut health.
- Ginger: Fresh ginger adds a subtle spice and is excellent for digestion and circulation. Make sure to get enough to make my Cantaloupe Melon and Ginger Smoothie.
Top Tips
- Juice in batches: To keep flavors balanced, juice half of the watermelon with half of the lemon and half of the ginger, then repeat.
- Use fresh produce: Choose organic where possible for the best flavor and nutrition.
- To peel the watermelon: Place half of the watermelon, cut side down, on a cutting board. Carefully remove only the green outer skin, leaving as much of the white rind intact as possible.
- Serve cold: Add ice cubes or chill in the refrigerator before serving to make this drink even more refreshing.
Variations & Substitutions
- Switch up citrus: Try lime instead of lemon for a slightly different flavor profile, especially if you have leftovers from making my Sparkling Pineapple Mojito Mocktail.
- Boost nutrition: Add a splash of coconut water for extra electrolytes, especially after a workout.
- Wellness shots: Concentrate the juice into smaller portions for vitamin-rich watermelon-lemon-ginger wellness shots.
- Flavor Your Water: Add a splash of the juice to a glass of water for a naturally refreshing twist.
Storage
Store the juice in a large mason jar or pitcher with a lid in the refrigerator. It’s best to consume within 5 days for maximum freshness, hydration, and flavor.
Recipe FAQ's
Yes! Use a high-speed blender and strain the juice through a nut milk bag or fine mesh strainer.
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📖 Recipe
Hydrating Watermelon Lemon Ginger Juice
Mariska RamondinoEquipment
- 1 Slow Juicer I love Hurom (or any slow juicer)
- Mason Jars or Pitchers (for storing the juice)
- 1 Juicing Strainer or Nut Milk Bag (optional, if not using a juicer)
- 1 high-speed blender (optional, if you don’t have a juicer)
Ingredients
- 2 large lemons, peeled about 11.6 ounces or 329 grams
- 1 piece of fresh ginger about a thumb (0.3 ounces or 9 grams)
- ½ of one large watermelon, peeled about (9.6 pounds or 4.35 kilos)
Instructions
- Peel lemons and quarter (keep as much of the white pith as possible). Remove any seeds, if possible. Cut fresh ginger in half.2 large lemons, peeled, 1 piece of fresh ginger
- Peel the watermelon, but leave as much of the white rind as possible. Then cut into smaller pieces to fit into the juice hopper (or blender alternatively).½ of one large watermelon, peeled
- Add the ingredients to your juicer and juice. When your juice container is full, close the juice chamber and transfer the juice to a large mason jar or pitcher with a lid. Place the juice container again under the juice chamber and open it to catch the remaining juice. See note if you don't have a juicer.
- After you have juiced all the produce and transferred the juice to your large pitcher, stir everything to distribute the flavors. Serve and enjoy or cool in the refrigerator.
Notes
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Nutrition (% Daily value)
Disclaimer: This nutritional data is calculated using third party tools and is only intended as a reference.
Mariska Ramondino says
I love adding a splash to my water bottle for a refreshing, hydrating boost during workouts.