Carolina Strawberry Lemonade
Quench your thirst with the vibrant and refreshing Carolina Strawberry Lemonade, a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and fruity goodness. Made with ripe, juicy strawberries blended to perfection and combined with freshly squeezed lemon juice, this homemade lemonade is a summer staple you won't want to miss. Sweetened naturally with granulated sugar and chilled to perfection with ice, this recipe takes just 20 minutes to prepare and is ideal for backyard gatherings, picnics, or relaxing afternoons. Strain the strawberry puree for a silky-smooth finish and elevate each glass with garnishes like lemon slices, whole strawberries, and fresh mint leaves for a stunning presentation. This easy-to-make strawberry lemonade is a must-try for fans of fresh fruit drinks and sunny-day sips!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh strawberries
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 6 cups Water
- 0.75 cups Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 4 slices Lemon slices (for garnish)
- 4 Strawberries (for garnish, optional)
- 4 leaves Mint leaves (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Rinse the fresh strawberries thoroughly under cold water and hull them (remove the green tops).
Add the strawberries, granulated sugar, and 1 cup of water to a blender. Blend on high until smooth and no chunks remain.
Pour the strawberry mixture into a fine-mesh sieve over a large pitcher to strain out the seeds. Use a spoon to press the juice through the sieve.
Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice to the pitcher, followed by 5 cups of water. Stir well to combine.
Taste the lemonade and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more sugar or adjusting with extra water for a milder flavor.
Refrigerate the lemonade for at least 30 minutes to chill or serve immediately over ice.
Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and pour the strawberry lemonade over the ice.
Garnish each glass with a lemon slice, a whole strawberry, and a sprig of fresh mint, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing Carolina Strawberry Lemonade!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
588 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.0 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 52 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 152.6 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 129.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 184 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 980 mg | 21% | |
*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.
