Description
Refreshing strawberry lemonade is the ultimate summer beverage, perfectly balancing the sweetness of ripe strawberries with the tartness of freshly squeezed lemons. This vibrant drink not only looks stunning but also provides a delightful taste experience that will elevate any gathering or sunny afternoon. Itβs incredibly easy to make, requiring just a handful of simple ingredients and minimal preparation time. Imagine serving this chilled drink over ice, garnished with fresh mint leaves or lemon slices, leaving your guests impressed and satisfied. Whether youβre hosting a backyard barbecue or simply relaxing on a hot day, this refreshing strawberry lemonade is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4β6 lemons)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 5 cups cold water
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Blend the strawberries until smooth and strain through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher.
- In the same pitcher, combine fresh lemon juice and sugar; stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Add strawberry puree to the lemon-sugar mixture and pour in cold water. Mix well.
- Chill for at least one hour, then serve over ice garnished with mint leaves if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For a fizzy twist, replace some of the still water with sparkling water. Adjust sweetness by modifying sugar levels based on your taste preferences. Experiment with other fruits like raspberries or blueberries for added flavor.