Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of Easy Strawberry Lemonade, a delightful drink perfect for any occasion. This vibrant beverage combines the natural sweetness of ripe strawberries with the zesty tang of fresh lemons, creating a thirst-quenching treat ideal for hot summer days, backyard barbecues, or family gatherings. With its simple preparation and customizable flavors, you can easily adjust the sweetness to suit your palate. Serve it chilled over ice or get creative with fun garnishes like mint leaves for a burst of freshness. Enjoy this homemade delight that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 cups fresh strawberries
- 1-1 ½ cups fresh-squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cups sweetener (or sugar)
- 2 cups water (for simple syrup)
- Additional water to taste
Instructions
- In a pan over medium-high heat, combine 2 cups of water and sweetener. Stir until clear and set aside.
- Blend strawberries in a blender until smooth to create a puree.
- Strain the puree into a bowl to separate the juice from pulp.
- Return strained juice to the blender, adding lemon juice and simple syrup. Blend until combined.
- Taste and adjust by adding more water or sweetener as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg