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Refreshing Honeydew Lemonade

A sweet and zesty honeydew lemonade perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs. ripe honeydew melon (about ½ medium melon)
  • ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 ½ cups water
  • Optional: honey or sweetener of your choice

Instructions

  1. Prep the honeydew: Cut it in half, scoop out the seeds, and slice it into manageable chunks.
  2. Blend the melon: Toss the chunks into a blender with about 1 cup of water and blend until smooth.
  3. Strain (optional): Use a fine-mesh strainer to pour the blended mixture through for a pulp-free juice.
  4. Combine with lemon juice: Mix the strained honeydew juice with lemon juice in a large pitcher.
  5. Dilute and sweeten: Add the remaining 1 ½ cups of water and sweetener if desired; stir until incorporated.
  6. Chill and serve: Cover the pitcher and chill in the refrigerator for a couple of hours.
  7. Garnish and enjoy!: Serve in glasses filled with ice and garnished with mint or lemon slices.

Notes

Delicious with various fruit combinations or sparkling water for a fizzy twist.

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Keywords: lemonade, honeydew, summer drink, refreshing beverage, fruity