Ingredients

INGREDIENTS

8 cups cubed seeded watermelon, (about 6 pounds with the rind), divided

1 cup water, divided

1/3 cup sugar, divided

1/4 cup fresh lime juice

1 liter (4 cups) club soda, or seltzer water, well chilled

Lime slices, for garnish

Tips and Notes

Nutrition

Per serving: 64 calories; 0 g fat (0 g sat, 0 g mono); 0 mg cholesterol; 16 g carbohydrates; 1 g added sugars; 1 g protein; 1 g fiber; 2 mg sodium; 144 mg potassium.

Nutritional Bonus: Vitamin C (30% daily value), Vitamin A (15% dv)

Carbohydrate Servings: 1 Exchanges: 1 fruit

Preparation

Preparation

  1. Combine half the watermelon, half the water and half the sugar in a blender; puree. Pour through a coarse strainer into a large container. Repeat with the remaining watermelon, water and sugar. Stir in lime juice. Refrigerate until well chilled, about 4 hours.

  2. To serve, stir in club soda (or seltzer) and garnish with lime.

Make Ahead Tip: Prepare through Step 1, cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.