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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.