Watermelon Juice: 5 Amazing Health Benefits

Want to stay hydrated in a delightful way? Try some watermelon juice! This flavorful juice may become your favorite summer drink. 

When it’s scorching hot outside, this hydrating juice is the best way to cool off.

Not only is it delicious and refreshing, but it also offers a range of health benefits which I will discuss shortly. My mother used to brew watermelon juice for everyone to drink when it was hot and muggy outside during my school days to prevent dehydration.

Juice from watermelon will surely quench your thirst and benefit your health! Discover this delectable drink’s top 5 health benefits…

Turning the fruits into juices are always tricky but Watermelon works well for juicing because of its high-water content. All you need is a blender, and you can always customize this yum drink as per your need.

Learn: How to make mosmabi and pomegranate juice with the help of hand press juicer??

Fruits contain vitamin C (orange, lime) pair really well with watermelon juice. It further adds acidic note to it and enhances the flavor and nutritional values. I also recommend to add fresh mint if available in your pantry. It makes the juice cooler and gives a pleasant flavor. Black pepper can also be added to juice to add a touch of heat.

How to pick a ripe Watermelon?

• Watermelon should feel heavy for its size – Assure juiciness.

• Watermelon with white field spot/mark should be avoided as it may be an indication of insufficient ripening. Always look for yellowish field mark – Assure ripe watermelon

• Rest of the skin except field mark area should be little dull. It means that the melon is now ready for consumption.

• Most essential, pay attention to the sound made when you tap the melon with your palm. Ripeness is indicated by a deeper tone. Conversely, a hollower or flat sound could be a sign of overripe watermelon.

• Look for watermelons with uniform shapes that are hard to scratch. Melon may be overripe if it is simple to scratch.

How to cut and deseed Watermelon?

Step 1: Watermelon should be rinsed under running water and then dried with a towel.

Step 2: Cut the watermelon into half, equally.

Step 3: Once more, cut each piece into four quarters.

Step 4: Knife-scoop the seeds out. (be mindful of your hands). Remove any section that has seeds.

Step 5: After being scooped out, deseed the wedges.

Step 6: Slice the watermelon’s pink flesh away from the rind.

Ingredients: Required to make Watermelon Juice

Watermelon cubes

Chaat masala

1-2 tsp Lemon juice

Pinch of sugar (optional)

Ice cubes

Fresh mint leaves

Sea salt / black salt

How to make Watermelon Juice?

Step 1: Pick a ripe watermelon; I wasn’t able to find a wonderful one for juicing, but I urge you to try this method. (Please refer how to pick a ripe watermelon).

Step 2: Cut the watermelon into chunks / cubes. Add cubes to blender.

Step 3: Add 8–10 fresh mint leaves, 1-2 teaspoons of lemon juice, and a pinch of optional sugar to it.

Step 4: Blend the watermelon chunks until smooth.

Step 5: Strain the juice to remove any pulp waste or seeds.

Step 6: Pour the watermelon juice in a glass/cup/tumbler. Now sprinkle chaat masala on top of it and add little salt to taste. You may optionally add ice cubes before serving. I used ice cubes as I serve this juice chilled.

Step 7: Feel free to garnish the juice with fresh mint leaves and a slice of watermelon.

5 Health benefits of Watermelon Juice

• Watermelon is rich in anti-oxidants. As a result, it prevents ageing by nourishing the skin.

• It is a good source of potassium, thus helps keep our cells’ internal fluid levels balanced. It also helps maintain the blood pressure.

• It helps you beat the heat in summer season by keeping you hydrated along with the required nutrients.

• Due to its high mineral and water content, it is regarded as a fantastic diet for losing weight.

• It can also be regarded as stress buster fruit as it’s high in vitamin B6.

Watermelon Juice – Variation (with Orange)

Fresh watermelon and juicy orange mix to form a tasty and healthy beverage, especially when garnished with mint leaves. This fresh juice is packed with anti-oxidants and vitamin C. After a strenuous day in the sun, it not only tastes great but also gives the body a fast energy boost. 

Step 1: Extract roughly about 1-1/2 cup of orange juice from fresh Oranges.

Step 2: Cut the watermelon into chunks / cubes. Add cubes to blender.

Step 3: Add 8–10 fresh mint leaves, and a pinch of optional sugar to it.

Step 4: Blend the watermelon chunks until smooth.

Step 5: Strain the juice to remove any pulp waste or seeds.

Step 6: Pour the watermelon juice in a big bowl. Add the extracted orange juice to the watermelon juice.

Step 7: Feel free to garnish the juice with fresh mint leaves and a slice of watermelon.

FAQ

What is watermelon juice good for?

Please see above; 5 amazing health benefits of watermelon juice.

Can watermelon juice be made ahead of time?

I recommend to drink the juice immediately post blending but you may keep the leftover juice in refrigerator for an hour or so.

Is watermelon juice healthy or not?

Watermelon is rich in potassium and anti-oxidants. It keeps you hydrated and nourishes the skin.

General QnA

Is watermelon juice high in sugar?

Watermelon does contain fructose like other fruits. It tastes sweet but it is very nutritious. It is one of the best fruits to have in summer season.