Sparkling Water with Watermelon, Lemon and Mint
Sparkling Water with Watermelon, Lemon and Mint is a easy International recipe that serves 6. 90 calories per serving. Recipe by Deli Cuisine on YouTube.
Prep: 1 hr 22 min | Cook: PT0M | Total: 1 hr 32 min
Cost: $8.60 total, $1.43 per serving
Ingredients
- 1500 g Watermelon (cut into cubes about 2 cm)
- 200 g Strawberries (optional) (hulled, added with the watermelon)
- 1 piece Yellow lemon (zest and juice)
- 2 tablespoons Honey or cane sugar (to taste, optional)
- 1 can (330 ml) Sparkling water (or Sprite/7 Up)
- 30 g Fresh mint (about 1 bunch, to infuse)
- 1 teaspoon Sugar (for the glass rim) (mixed with a little lemon juice)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice (for the glass rim) (taken from the same lemon)
- to taste Ice cubes (for serving)
Instructions
Cut the watermelon
Cut the watermelon into cubes about 2 cm.
Time: PT5M
Zest the lemon
Finely grate the zest of the yellow lemon using a zester.
Time: PT2M
Juice the lemon
Cut the lemon in half and squeeze it completely into the blender.
Time: PT2M
Add the fruit
Put the watermelon cubes (and strawberries if using) into the blender.
Time: PT2M
Sweeten (optional)
Add honey or cane sugar to taste.
Time: PT1M
Blend
Blend on high speed until you obtain a smooth, homogeneous juice.
Time: PT1M
Pour into the pitcher
Transfer the juice into a large pitcher.
Time: PT1M
Add sparkling water
Just before serving, add the sparkling water (or Sprite/7 Up) and stir gently.
Time: PT30S
Infuse the mint
Place the bunch of mint in the pitcher, cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Time: PT1H
Prepare the glass rim
Mix a little sugar with lemon juice and dip the glass rim into this mixture.
Time: PT5M
Serve
Add ice cubes and a few mint leaves to each glass, pour the drink and enjoy.
Time: PT2M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 90
- Protein
- 1.5 g
- Carbohydrates
- 22 g
- Fat
- 0.1 g
- Fiber
- 1 g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Vegan (if without honey), low-calorie, very-low-calorie, low-fat
Allergens: Honey
Ingredient Substitutions
- Instead of Watermelon: melon, cantaloupe
- Instead of Strawberries (optional): red fruits
- Instead of Yellow lemon: lime
- Instead of Honey or cane sugar: cane sugar, maple syrup
- Instead of Sparkling water: Sprite, 7 Up
- Instead of Fresh mint: basil
- Instead of Sugar (for the glass rim): sweetener
- Instead of Lemon juice (for the glass rim): lime juice
Equipment Needed
- Blender
- Chef's knife
- Cutting board
- Zester or fine grater
- Citrus press (optional)
- Glass carafe or pitcher
- Strainer (optional) (optional)
- Cocktail glasses or water glasses
- Mixing spoon
Critical Steps — Do Not Skip
- Choose a ripe watermelon
- Zest the lemon before juicing it
- Strain the juice if the watermelon contains many seeds
- Add the sparkling water just before serving to retain the carbonation
Chef Tips from the Video
- For an even more exotic flavor, add a few basil leaves with the mint.
- A drizzle of agave syrup can replace honey for a vegan version.
Troubleshooting
The juice is too thick or contains pulp pieces
Blend a little longer or pass the mixture through a fine strainer.
Too many seeds in the juice
Strain the juice using a fine‑mesh sieve or a clean cloth.
The drink is not sweet enough
Add a bit more honey or cane sugar, taste and adjust.
The bubbles disappear quickly
Add the sparkling water just before serving and close the pitcher quickly.
Storage
Refrigerator: Store the non‑sparkling juice in an airtight pitcher for up to 2 days.
Freezer: Not recommended to freeze the sparkling drink.
Room temperature: Consume quickly, otherwise the carbonation will dissipate.
Make-Ahead Tips
- Prepare the watermelon juice and keep it in the refrigerator; add the sparkling water just before serving.
- Mint can be infused the day before for an even stronger flavor.
Last updated: September 6, 2026
