Watermelon Seed Margarita Recipe

If you’ve ever gone to squeeze a lime into a cocktail and found it’s just too harsh—like biting into a raw lemon—you’ll get why this watermelon margarita is different. It’s not just pink, it’s the smell of fresh watermelon seed pulp and a hint of salt cooling your tongue. I wasn’t thinking about trending drinks or special occasions when I threw this together. Honestly, it started because I’d forgotten to buy lemonade for a party, so I grabbed a watermelon and decided to experiment. Turns out, blending up those seeds yields a sort of natural, slightly nutty flavor that balances out the sweet juice. No fancy ingredients, no fuss. Just that weird tiny moment where I tasted it and thought, wow, this might be what summer actually tastes like—messy, unpredictable, maybe a little weird, but totally worth it.

Watermelon Seed Margarita

This watermelon seed margarita combines blended watermelon juice with the nutty flavor of watermelon seeds, creating a pink, pulpy beverage with a refreshing and slightly salty taste. The drink features a smooth texture with bits of seed pulp and a vibrant appearance, ideal for summer refreshment.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings: 2

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Fusion

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 cups watermelon flesh seedless or de-seeded
• 1/2 cup watermelon seeds cleaned and separated from pulp
• 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
• to taste ice cubes for serving

Equipment

• Blender
• fine mesh sieve
• measuring cups and spoons
• Knife
• Cutting board
• Serving glasses

Method

 

1. Chop the watermelon flesh into manageable chunks and measure 2 cups into a blender jar. Add the cleaned watermelon seeds to the blender.
   2 cups watermelon flesh, 1/2 cup watermelon seeds
2. Blend the mixture on high speed until the seeds are broken down and the watermelon is thoroughly pureed, about 30-40 seconds. The mixture should be vibrant pink with a slightly pulpy texture.
   2 cups watermelon flesh, 1/2 cup watermelon seeds
3. Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl to strain out larger seed bits and pulp, pressing gently with a spatula to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the remaining solids.
   2 cups watermelon flesh, 1/2 cup watermelon seeds
4. Add the lime juice and a pinch of salt to the strained watermelon seed pulp. Stir well until combined and the flavor is balanced. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 5-10 minutes if desired.
   1 tablespoon lime juice
5. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled watermelon seed mixture over the ice. Garnish with a small slice of lime or watermelon if desired. Serve immediately for a refreshing drink.
   to taste ice cubes

Notes

Adjust lime and salt to taste. For a sweeter variation, add a touch of honey or agave syrup before serving.

You might find yourself craving the strange contrast of cold watermelon, salt, and tequila—plus, no one expects a margarita with seed grit. Sometimes that’s exactly what makes a drink memorable.

Himani Jawa

Hi there! I’m Himani and welcome to Val’s Recipe Box. This little corner of the internet didn’t begin with me.
It began with Val my neighbourhood aunt whose kitchen held more warmth than any fireplace ever could.