Description
Fresh Strawberry Lemonade is the ultimate thirst-quencher for hot summer days. This delightful drink combines the sweetness of ripe strawberries with the zesty brightness of fresh lemons, creating a refreshing beverage that will impress at any gathering. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for backyard barbecues, picnics, or simply enjoying at home on a warm afternoon. Serve it chilled over ice and garnish with fresh fruit for an extra touch of elegance.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)
- 1 1/2 cups fresh lemon juice (about 6 medium lemons)
- 6 cups cold water
- Ice
- Chopped strawberries and lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the sugar syrup by boiling sugar and water in a medium saucepan until dissolved. Let cool to room temperature.
- Blend the hulled strawberries in a food processor until smooth to create a strawberry puree.
- In a large pitcher, mix the strawberry puree with cooled sugar syrup and fresh lemon juice.
- Add cold water to the mixture and stir well. Finish by adding ice.
- Serve in glasses garnished with chopped strawberries and a slice of lemon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg