“I’ve whipped up this Watermelon Lemonade smoothie countless times. It’s like summer in a glass – utterly refreshing, with just the right balance of sweetness and tang.”
🙂 Julie C.
Watermelon Lemonade, a copycat featured blend Jamba Juice recipe, is a refreshing concoction that marries the juicy, hydrating qualities of watermelon with the zesty kick of lemonade, creating a summery delight. Enhanced with the tropical sweetness of pineapples, the tartness of strawberries, and the creamy texture of raspberry sherbet, this smoothie is both a treat to the taste buds and a visual delight with its vibrant colors.
This smoothie is not just a feast for the senses but also a powerhouse of nutrition. Watermelon provides hydration and is rich in vitamins A, B6, and C, as well as lycopene, which is great for heart health. Pineapples contain bromelain, an enzyme with anti-inflammatory properties, while strawberries offer antioxidants. The grape juice adds resveratrol, beneficial for heart health, and raspberry sherbet introduces a small dairy component for calcium, though in a treat form.
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Key Ingredients
The Jamba Juice Watermelon Lemonade smoothie ingredients are:
- pineapples
- strawberries
- watermelon
- grape juice
- lemonade
- raspberry sherbet
- Collagen Boost, optional
Health Benefits
Pineapples – Pineapples are popular tangy tropical fruit that, surprising to most, originated in South America, not Hawaii. They are absolutely loaded with antioxidants and nutrients, including a ridiculously high amount of vitamin C (1 serving = 131% of the recommended daily intake), manganese, vitamin B6, and thiamin. Pineapples also contain a significant amount of the digestive enzymes bromelain that can help fight pancreatic cancer.
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Strawberries – Strawberries are a flavorful staple of many healthy smoothies and shakes. They are an excellent source of several important antioxidants and beneficial plant compounds including pelargonidin, ellagic acid, ellagitannins, and procyanidins. Strawberries are widely known to decrease the risk of heart disease, help regulate blood sugar, and reduce the risk of certain cancers.
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Watermelon – Watermelon originates from Africa and was first domesticated more than 4,000 years ago. It contains a variety of nutrients, including vitamin A, vitamin C, magnesium, and potassium. In addition to keeping you hydrated, watermelon is known to inhibit tumor growth in various cancers and help prevent age-related macular degeneration.
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Grape Juice – Grapes have been cultivated for thousands of years and offer a host of nutritional health benefits. They are rich in vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin K, copper, and potassium. The antioxidant resveratrol in Grapes helps lower blood pressure, reduce cholesterol, and protect against heart disease.
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Lemonade – Lemons are a sour citrus fruit that are packed with antioxidants and various other beneficial plan compounds. Just one lemon provides more than 50% of your recommended daily intake of cold and flu-busting vitamin C. Lemons are also known to aid weight loss, prevent kidney stones, and protect against anemia.
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Equipment Needed
A standard blender is all that is required to make these delicious smoothies. If you are making it for just one person, we recommend using the truly amazing personal NutriBullet Ultra as it is super-quick to set up and very easy to clean.
If you are making them for more than one person, we recommend a higher-end Vitamix blender that can process larger loads more efficiently.
For overnight storage, we recommend using a glass or BPA-free airtight container with a resealable lid.
How To Make The Jamba Juice Watermelon Lemonade Smoothie
The Jamba Juice Watermelon Lemonade smoothie is very easy to make:
- Step 1: Place pineapples, strawberries, watermelon, grape juice, lemonade, and raspberry sherbet into a blender and secure the lid.
- Step 2: Start the blender on its lowest speed and steadily ramp up to its highest speed. This will reduce wear and tear on the motor and blades, facilitate a more consistent blend, and help prevent food splatter onto the lid and sides.
- Step 3: Blend for approximately 30 seconds or until a smooth consistency is achieved.
- Step 4: Pour into a glass for immediate refreshment or place in the refrigerator in an airtight container to enjoy later.
Recipe Tips And Substitutions
If you don’t have frozen fruit, or simply prefer to use fresh fruit (we totally get that), we recommend adding 1/2 cup of ice to chill your smoothie and give it a pleasing icy texture.
If you’re looking to tweak this recipe, consider using coconut water instead of grape juice for an even more tropical twist.
For those avoiding dairy, you could substitute the raspberry sherbet with a sorbet or a non-dairy ice cream alternative.
Adding a handful of spinach can boost the nutritional content without significantly altering the taste.
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Jamba Juice Watermelon Lemonade Smoothie Recipe
Jamba Juice Watermelon Lemonade smoothie featuring a blend of fresh fruits and tangy lemonade ... perfect for sunny days. Learn how to make at home!
Ingredients
- 1 cup pineapples, frozen, chunks
- 1 cup strawberries, frozen
- 1 cup watermelon
- 1/2 cup white grape juice
- 1/2 cup lemonade
- 1/2 cup raspberry sherbet
- 1 scoop Collagen Boost, optional
Instructions
- Place pineapples, strawberries, watermelon, grape juice, lemonade, and raspberry sherbet into a blender and secure the lid.
- Start the blender on its lowest speed and steadily ramp up to its highest speed. This will reduce wear and tear on the motor and blades, facilitate a more consistent blend, and help prevent food splatter onto the lid and sides.
- Blend for approximately 30 seconds or until a smooth consistency is achieved.
- Pour into a glass for immediate refreshment or place in the refrigerator in an airtight container to enjoy later.
Notes
- If you don't have frozen fruit, or simply prefer to use fresh fruit (we totally get that), we recommend adding 1/2 cup of ice to chill your smoothie and give it a pleasing icy texture.
- If you're looking to tweak this recipe, consider using coconut water instead of grape juice for an even more tropical twist.
- For those avoiding dairy, you could substitute the raspberry sherbet with a sorbet or a non-dairy ice cream alternative.
- Adding a handful of spinach can boost the nutritional content without significantly altering the taste.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 399Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 69mgCarbohydrates: 94gFiber: 6gSugar: 76gProtein: 4g
Smoothie Frequently Asked Questions
To make the smoothie vegan, you can replace raspberry sherbet with a vegan raspberry sorbet or any plant-based frozen dessert, which will maintain the creamy texture and berry flavor.
To reduce sugar, you can omit the grape juice or use a sugar-free version, increase the proportion of watermelon (which has a lower sugar content), or skip the sherbet, opting for a splash of almond milk for creaminess instead.
More Jamba Juice Smoothie Recipes
→ If you liked this delicious Watermelon Lemonade smoothie, try more of our copycat favorites on our Jamba Juice Smoothie Recipes page.
Sources
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