This refreshing watermelon juice recipe might be the easiest “fancy” drink you’ll ever make.
It’s hydrating, naturally sweet, and takes less than five minutes from start to finish. No juicer required, just a blender and a few simple ingredients.
It’s technically blended like a smoothie, but lighter and more refreshing, so we’re calling it juice and keeping things simple.
Blend 5 cups of watermelon chunks with 2 cups of coconut water, 8 fresh mint leaves and a cup or two of ice for about 30 seconds, until it’s smooth. That’s the whole recipe. It makes 6 servings in about 5 minutes, and you don’t need a juicer.
On hot days, this is one of my favorite ways to hydrate. Watermelon is naturally high in water (obviously), plus it contains vitamin C and potassium, and it just tastes like summer.
If you like something lightly sweet, cold, and incredibly easy, you’ll make this on repeat.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Takes less than 5 minutes
- Naturally sweet with no added sugar
- Extra hydrating (perfect for summer)
- Easy to customize or turn into popsicles or cocktails
How to Store Watermelon Juice
Store leftovers in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Separation is completely natural. Just give it a quick shake or stir before serving. For the best flavor, enjoy it fresh.
Variations + Tips
- Make it a cocktail: Add 1 ounce of vodka or tequila per 4–6 ounces of juice (or make my Skinny Watermelon Margarita)
- Turn it into popsicles: Pour into molds and freeze for at least 4 hours. My Watermelon Popsicles use the same idea.
- Add citrus: A squeeze of fresh lime or lemon brightens the flavor
- Skip coconut water: Filtered water works perfectly if that’s what you have
Watermelon Juice FAQs
Do you need a juicer to make watermelon juice?
Not at all. Watermelon is so juicy that a regular blender turns it into juice in seconds. A juicer would just leave you with more to clean.
Should I strain watermelon juice?
You don’t have to, since a good blender makes it pretty smooth. If you want it completely smooth, pour it through a fine-mesh strainer before serving.
Can you blend watermelon seeds?
Seedless watermelon is best here. The small white seeds in seedless melons blend right in, but the big black seeds can make the juice gritty and a little bitter, so pick those out first.
How long does watermelon juice last?
Up to 2 days in an airtight glass container in the fridge. It separates as it sits, which is completely normal, so give it a stir or a shake before you pour it.
Have extra watermelon? Toss it into my Watermelon Feta & Mint Salad.
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Watermelon Juice Refresher
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
Description
This watermelon juice recipe is one of the easiest, most hydrating drinks you can make. Naturally sweet and blended in minutes with fresh watermelon, coconut water, and mint, it’s perfect for hot days, entertaining, or a quick healthy treat. No juicer needed. Just blend, pour, and enjoy.
Ingredients
- 5 cups watermelon, cut into large chunks (seedless if possible)
- 2 cups coconut water (or filtered water)
- 8 fresh mint leaves
- 1–2 cups ice
Instructions
- Add the watermelon, coconut water, mint, and ice to a high-speed blender. Blend for about 30 seconds, or until smooth and pourable.
- Taste and adjust. Add more mint or a squeeze of lime if you want a brighter flavor. Serve immediately over ice, or chill before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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