Transport your taste buds straight to Brazil with this creamy, refreshing Brazilian Limeade, inspired by the flavors served at Rodizio grill restaurants. This quick and easy recipe blends the vibrant zing of fresh limes with the silky sweetness of condensed milk, creating a perfectly balanced drink thatβs both tart and indulgent. What sets this limeade apart is the unique technique of blending whole limes (skin included) with sugar and water for maximum flavor, followed by straining to achieve a smooth and pulp-free consistency. Served over ice, this tropical delight is ready in just 10 minutes, making it the ultimate crowd-pleaser for summer gatherings, BBQs, or any time you crave a refreshing beverage with a creamy twist.
Wash the limes thoroughly to remove any residue or wax from the skin.
Slice each lime into quarters, leaving the skin on.
In a blender, combine the quartered limes, cold water, and granulated sugar.
Pulse the blender 5-6 times for a couple of seconds each time. Avoid over-blending to prevent the lime rinds from making the drink bitter.
Strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove the lime pulp and rind. Press gently with a spoon to extract maximum juice but avoid pressing too hard to keep the bitterness out.
Add the sweetened condensed milk to the strained limeade and stir well until fully incorporated.
Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and pour the limeade over the ice.
Serve immediately and enjoy this creamy, refreshing drink!
Calories |
758 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 14.0 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 52 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 233 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 160.7 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 137.1 g | ||
| Protein | 14.0 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 559 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 836 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.