What Can I Make With Watermelon
I went grocery shopping today and found a great buy one get two free deal on watermelons. I couldn’t resist and now have 3 large watermelons sitting on my kitchen counter. We started to eat the first one, and got through about half of it. Now I’m wondering what I’m supposed to do with the rest. Since they hold so much water, I’m sure freezing and then thawing them later on is out of the question. What else could I make with these yummy fruits? Does anyone have a recipe for a watermelon drink? (I think I’ve heard of a water melon cooler or lemonade before). I appreciate any tips or recipes you may have that use watermelon.
Susanne
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August 1st, 2008 at 1:30 pm
If you get a really good juicy watermelon, try making a “Punch” with it. Here’s the trick though. If you buy a seedless watermelon it’s really easy to blend but doesn’t have as much flavor as one with seeds. You decide whether or not you want to take the time to remove the seeds. Once you have nice clean chunks of watermelon, throw them in a food processor or blender and give it a whirl. There will be a lot of juice and some pulp left (which you can strain off if you like). Then, take any punch recipe you like. I like to use a can of frozen lemonade, some ice, and some Sprite or 7-Up. You can add your favorite spirits if you wish. Be careful not to add any juice that is too strong (like cranberry). It will hide the watermelon flavor.
August 1st, 2008 at 1:36 pm
A simple cooler that I like is…
Seed and cut into cubes enough ripe watermelon to fill your blender.
Squeeze the juice of 1 or 2 lemons over the watermelon.
Add a little salt.
Blend until pureed. Nice and smooth.
Pour over ice in cold glass.
That should make enough for a couple glasses.
August 4th, 2008 at 11:18 pm
I like to blend watermelon with crushed ice, pineapple juice and ginger ale. All in the blender and serve. I have served this at my workshops that I present with Inspired Honey, and delegates love it. For events in the summertime of course. Everyone associates watermelon with hot weather…
August 5th, 2008 at 1:18 pm
I love to blend watermelon with pineapple juice and ice… it is SO DELICIOUS!! It’s good to make a big batch of it and leave it in the fridge… I’m lazy though I don’t even take out the seeds!!
Just keep the watermelon in the fridge!! Such a nice little treat!
August 7th, 2008 at 3:52 am
Good idea is to put vodka into watermelon. I remember my college years when we used to drink like that.
August 14th, 2008 at 6:34 am
Oh my gosh . . . the first comment . . . by Patti . . . that sounds incredibly delicious and refreshing! I am surely going to try it if I see some watermelons on sale!
August 14th, 2008 at 2:04 pm
I found Natasha Crestani’s recipe so interesting. That sounds downright delicious. I cant wait to try that recipe.
August 21st, 2008 at 2:12 pm
yumm!watermelon is one of most refreshing fruits ever! well i just throw in the watermelon, sugar, lemon juice, and ice cubes (add milk if you like)in the blender and make a quick drink.. but i often make water melon baskets also, just combine different fruits that you love, add chocolate and vanilla ice cream then your done…
August 22nd, 2008 at 10:17 am
I think watermelon is just wonderful by itself — but during the summer seasons — I like to use it to make a fresh fruit salad. I mix all my favorites together, stick it in the refrigerator for a little while, then snack away!
August 31st, 2008 at 9:03 pm
Watermelon is one of my favorite fruit, I like it being watery. But it seems that we have a limited recipe to do with it. The best one is to make a smoothies by mixing it with ice and some sweetened milk on the blender. If you want you can also combine it with your choice of fruit. You can also add in a great fruit salad and during a gathering if you have the talent in curving you can use it as a decoration.
September 1st, 2008 at 3:22 pm
How about a wacky watermelon smoothie? http://smoothieblends.com/wacky-watermelon-smoothie
September 5th, 2008 at 8:44 am
Great ideas about watermelon my family loves watermelon now i have some ideas what to do with all of them. thanks kim
September 12th, 2008 at 7:11 pm
Mixed with ice shaving, watermelon taste really good.
September 30th, 2008 at 6:44 pm
Try this recipe for a great watermelon juice:
2 cups chopped seeded watermelon
1 cup crushed ice
2 teaspoons honey
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
fresh mint (optional garnish)
Combine the watermelon, ice, honey and black pepper in a blender and blend until smooth. Garnish
October 8th, 2008 at 12:10 pm
I do what Annabelle does to make watermelon juice at home, except I add lime juice instead of lemon, and a little extra sugar. Watermelon juice is available at some restaurants in China (and from what I hear, Mexico) and I was really excited to be able to make it myself.
December 28th, 2008 at 11:08 pm
Good idea is to put vodka into watermelon. I remember my college years when we used to drink like that.
February 5th, 2009 at 5:09 am
I know a lot of fruits but sometimes don’t know what else I can do with it than eating it alone just like watermelons, your recipe is a great idea. “Juicingforweightloss” your juice recipe is also great.