Rosemary Watermelon Juice.

As we head into summer and backyard BBQ’s, there’s a good chance we’ll find ourselves with half a watermelon taking up way too much space in the Frigidaire.

I did. Water-melon. Water. Flavored water.

Do you see where I’m headed?

I took an average sized watermelon and cut half of it into glorious wedges. Wedges are always a favorite with my family.

The other watermelon half sat in my fridge for a few days. Until eventually a decision was made. We’re turning you into juice.

The rosemary idea came from Shelby. Her new issue of Vegetarian Times had an article about pairing Watermelon & Rosemary. I was sold.

This juice is super easy to make. Blend watermelon chunks until smooth. Strain through a medium mesh sieve to remove some of the pulp. Pour into a pitcher, add a sprig of fresh rosemary and allow to hang out in the fridge for a couple hours.

Two words – delicious and refreshing!

I infused the Watermelon Rosemary Juice with strawberries and kiwi (think sangria). The result was a second batch with a completely different flavor profile! I took a jug full to the office to {Share the Love}.

They loved it.

I will never look at leftover watermelon as a burden again. Just juice it up.

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All my best,
xo Libby

Rosemary Watermelon Juice

Libby with Lemony Thyme

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Course Beverage

Servings 8

Ingredients

1/2 a watermelon cubed (about 8 cups of large cubes)
1 fresh rosemary sprig
6 strawberries hulled and quartered, optional
2 kiwi fruit peeled and sliced, optional

Instructions

Working in batches, blend the watermelon cubes until pureed. Pour liquid through a medium mesh strainer to remove some of the pulp.
Pour the juice over the rosemary sprig and refrigerate for several hours.
Add the strawberries and kiwi fruit for an additional flavor boost.
Yields about 2 quarts of juice.

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