Strawberry Lemonade
A refreshing and vibrant drink combining sweet strawberries and tangy lemons, perfect for summer days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 120 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup, adjust to taste
- 4 cups water
- Ice (for serving)
- Lemon slices and strawberries (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Fruits: Wash strawberries, remove stems, hull, and slice them.
- Juice Those Lemons: Roll lemons, cut in half, and squeeze out the juice.
- Blend: Combine sliced strawberries, lemon juice, and sweetener in a blender; blend until smooth.
- Strain (Optional): Pour mixture through a fine-mesh sieve if desired.
- Add Water: Stir in the water and adjust to taste.
- Chill: Refrigerate for a couple of hours.
- Serve: Fill glasses with ice, pour lemonade, and garnish with lemon slices or strawberries.
Notes
Ideal for outdoor gatherings and barbecues. Can be made a day ahead for convenience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: strawberry lemonade, summer drink, refreshing beverage, homemade lemonade, fruit drinks