Nif's Refreshing Strawberry Lemonade
Quench your thirst with Nif's Refreshing Strawberry Lemonade, a dazzling summer beverage that combines the vibrant sweetness of fresh strawberries with the tangy zing of freshly squeezed lemon juice. This homemade lemonade is naturally flavored and sweetened with just the right amount of granulated sugar, perfectly balanced for a crowd-pleasing treat. The key to its irresistibly smooth texture lies in blending and straining the strawberries, creating a pulp-free, ruby-red drink bursting with real fruit flavor. Topped with cooling mint leaves, sliced strawberries, and lemon slices, this drink is as stunning to serve as it is delicious to sip. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s an easy, refreshing drink perfect for poolside lounging, backyard barbecues, or any sunny occasion. Try this simple recipe for a vibrant homemade lemonade that’s guaranteed to brighten your day!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh strawberries
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 5 cups Water
- 1 cup Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 6 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cup Sliced strawberries (optional for garnish)
- 4 slices Lemon slices (optional for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the strawberries under cold water and remove the stems.
Step 2
In a blender, combine the strawberries, granulated sugar, and 1 cup of water. Blend until smooth, ensuring no lumps remain.
Step 3
Using a fine-mesh sieve, strain the strawberry mixture into a large pitcher to remove the pulp and seeds. Discard the pulp.
Step 4
Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice and the remaining 4 cups of water to the pitcher. Stir well to combine.
Step 5
Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar if necessary, stirring to dissolve fully.
Step 6
Refrigerate the mixture for 30 minutes if you'd like it chilled, or proceed to the next step if serving immediately.
Step 7
Add 2 cups of ice cubes to the pitcher or directly into serving glasses.
Step 8
Garnish the lemonade with fresh mint leaves, sliced strawberries, and lemon slices if desired.
Step 9
Serve cold and enjoy your refreshing strawberry lemonade!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2522g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 942.5 |
| Total Fat 1.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 43.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 247.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 225.1g | |
| Protein 3.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 157.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 860.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories