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Low-calorie refreshing fruit-herbal drink
In season: Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Hibiscus watermelon lemon drink (240 g) has 14 calories. That works out to 6 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.4 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 16.3 mg of Vitamin C covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 38 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
14
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
3.4g
· 1% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 14 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.4 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 150 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 330 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 21 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 30 kcal |
Calculated from 6 calories per 100 g.
A hibiscus watermelon lemon drink is made by combining cooled hibiscus tea with blended watermelon and lemon juice. Strain the watermelon if you prefer a smoother texture, then adjust the lemon to taste and serve chilled.
No, a hibiscus watermelon lemon drink is naturally caffeine-free when made with hibiscus, watermelon, lemon, and water. It will contain caffeine only if a caffeinated tea or another caffeinated ingredient is added.
No, sugar is not essential in a hibiscus watermelon lemon drink because ripe watermelon adds sweetness. Taste it before sweetening; adding sugar or syrup can make the drink much sweeter than intended.
Hibiscus may modestly lower blood pressure in some people, but a hibiscus watermelon lemon drink is not a treatment for hypertension. If you take blood-pressure medication or have low blood pressure, ask your healthcare professional before drinking it regularly.
The safety of hibiscus during pregnancy is not well established, so a hibiscus watermelon lemon drink may be best avoided unless your prenatal care professional says otherwise. Watermelon and lemon alone do not resolve the uncertainty about hibiscus.
Yes, a hibiscus watermelon lemon drink contributes to fluid intake because it is mostly water. It can be refreshing in warm weather, but plain water should still be your main everyday drink.
Yes, a hibiscus watermelon lemon drink can be enjoyed at night if it contains no caffeinated tea. Its liquid volume may still wake you to use the bathroom, so avoid a large serving right before bed.
Keep a homemade hibiscus watermelon lemon drink covered in the refrigerator and drink it within a day for the freshest flavor. Watermelon juice can separate as it sits, so stir it before serving and discard it if it smells off.
No, a hibiscus watermelon lemon drink includes fruit and citrus in addition to hibiscus infusion. Hibiscus tea is usually just the brewed infusion, while this drink has a juicier, fruitier taste and may be served cold.
Yes, children can have a small serving of a hibiscus watermelon lemon drink, preferably without added sugar. Its tartness may not appeal to every child, and the drink should not replace water as their usual beverage.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
16.32mg · 18% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
Vitamin A
33.6µg · 4% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
187mg · 6% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Magnesium
17mg · 4% DV
Sodium
7.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 14 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Hibiscus watermelon lemon drink brings tart hibiscus infusion together with juicy watermelon and bright lemon. It is a refreshing fruit-and-herb drink rather than a dish tied to one particular regional tradition, and it can be made at home from brewed hibiscus and blended or juiced fruit.
The watermelon softens hibiscus’s tang, while lemon adds a sharper, citrusy finish. Serve it well chilled over ice on a warm day, with a meal, or as a non-alcoholic option when entertaining. Its flavour is vivid without needing to be heavy or creamy.
It is very low in calories—6 per 100 g—and contains virtually no protein or fat. For a lighter drink, leave out added sweetener; taste it cold first, since chilling can make flavours seem less sweet.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.05g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.