Refreshing Watermelon Spritzer

Refreshing Watermelon Spritzer

Here’s a fun, refreshing, cocktail-like beverage to enjoy on the patio or at your next picnic – a refreshing watermelon spritzer!  Superfood watermelon and fruit balsamic vinegar provide not only many key nutrients but also natural sweetness – no added sugar needed!

The pureed watermelon juice will last up to 5 days in the refrigerator, which makes it easy to mix up one glass at a time or to double or triple the recipe to prepare a pitcher for a party.  If you prefer no pulp, simply strain the watermelon puree before using.

Makes: 2 servings

INGREDIENTS

1 seedless watermelon – to puree
1 cup watermelon puree
4 teaspoons fruit balsamic vinegar (raspberry, strawberry, or another favorite)
2 teaspoons lemon juice
8 ounces of sparkling water
4 – 6 ice cubes (2 -3 per glass)

0ptional garnishes
– small, thin watermelon slice on the rim of the glass
– a sprig of mint
– fresh blueberries or raspberries floating on top

DIRECTIONS

Puree Watermelon

1. Wash and dry the whole watermelon. Cut into 2” – 3” chunks, removing the rind from the fruit.
2. Place fruit into a blender or food processor. Process until liquefied and smooth.

Make Spritzer

1. In each of two 12-ounce beverage glasses, measure ½ cup watermelon puree, 2 teaspoons balsamic, and 1 teaspoon lemon juice over 2 – 3 ice cubes.
2. Slowly add the sparkling water to fill the glass, careful not to bubble over. Stir gently to combine.
3. Garnish as desired and serve immediately.

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