Description
Cool off with this refreshing homemade Strawberry Lemonade recipe. Made with fresh strawberries, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of sweetness, it’s the perfect drink for a hot summer day.
Ingredients
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For the Strawberry Lemonade:
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups cold water
- 1–2 cups ice
For Garnish:
- lemon slices
- fresh strawberries
- fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Blend the Ingredients: In a blender, combine the strawberries and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
- Strain the Mixture: Pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a large pitcher to remove the pulp and seeds.
- Sweeten and Mix: Stir in the sugar until dissolved, then add cold water and mix well.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste and adjust sweetness if needed. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or serve immediately over ice.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with lemon slices, fresh strawberries, and mint leaves if desired.
Notes
- For a sparkling twist, replace some of the water with club soda or sparkling water.
- Freeze some of the strawberry lemonade into ice cubes for an extra fruity chill without dilution.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
