Strawberry Lemonade Recipe
A refreshing and vibrant drink made with fresh strawberries and tart lemon juice, perfect for summer gatherings and warm days.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Strawberries, hulled
- 8 cups Water, divided
- 2 cups White Sugar
- 1.5 cups Fresh Lemon Juice
- 4 cups Ice
Instructions
- Add the strawberries to a blender with 2 cups of water. Blend for one full minute until the strawberries are smooth and well-pureed.
- In a saucepan, combine the sugar and 2 cups of water. Heat over medium and stir until all the sugar dissolves completely.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sugar water cool for about 20 minutes.
- In a large pitcher, combine the cooled sugar water with the pureed strawberry mixture and the remaining 4 cups of water. Stir well.
- Stir in the fresh lemon juice. Then, add the ice to the pitcher, stirring well to chill the drink completely.
Notes
- For the best flavor, choose ripe, sweet strawberries.
- Adjust sweetness according to the strawberries' taste and experiment with adding herbs like mint for a unique twist.
- Chill all ingredients for a refreshing drink.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 38gSodium: 5mgFiber: 1gSugar: 34g
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