Description
This refreshing strawberry lemonade is perfect for summer gatherings, combining sweet strawberries with zesty lemon for a delightful drink. It’s quick and easy to make, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup fresh lemons, juiced (about 4–6 lemons)
- 1/2 cup sugar (adjust based on sweetness preference)
- 4 cups cold water
- Ice
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the hulled and sliced strawberries. Blend until smooth.
- Using a juicer, extract the juice from the lemons until you have about 1 cup. Remove any seeds.
- In a large pitcher, combine the strawberry puree, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and sugar. Stir well until the sugar is dissolved.
- Pour in the cold water and mix thoroughly. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve over ice.
- Garnish with fresh strawberry slices and lemon wedges when serving.
Notes
Use ripe strawberries for the best flavor. You can substitute sugar with honey or agave syrup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 28
- Sodium: 1
- Carbohydrates: 31
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
Keywords: strawberry lemonade, summer drink, refreshing beverage, easy recipe