Citron Presse French Lemonade
Experience the elegance of a Parisian café in your own home with Citron Pressé, a classic French lemonade that's as refreshing as it is simple to make. This vibrant drink highlights the zesty brightness of freshly squeezed lemons balanced with just the right touch of granulated sugar and chilled water. Ready in just 10 minutes, Citron Pressé is a quick way to cool off on a warm day. Serve it over ice for the ultimate refreshment, and elevate your presentation with a garnish of fresh mint leaves and lemon slices for a sophisticated flair. Perfect for brunches, picnics, or whenever you need a burst of citrusy goodness, this French lemonade promises a taste of refined yet effortless indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole Fresh lemons
- 2 cups Cold water
- 4 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 8 pieces Ice cubes
- 4 slices Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
- 4 leaves Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Begin by juicing the lemons. Cut each lemon in half and use a citrus juicer to extract the juice. You should get about 4-5 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice from 2 lemons. Strain the juice to remove any seeds and pulp, if desired.
2. Divide the fresh lemon juice equally between two serving glasses.
3. Add 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar to each glass. Stir briefly to start dissolving the sugar.
4. Pour 1 cup of cold water into each glass and stir vigorously until the sugar is fully dissolved.
5. Add 4 ice cubes to each glass to chill the drink.
6. Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness to your liking. If you prefer a sweeter taste, stir in an additional teaspoon of sugar at a time.
7. Optional: Garnish each glass with a slice of lemon and a fresh mint leaf for a touch of elegance.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Citron Pressé!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
231 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 21 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.0 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.7 g | ||
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 189 mg | 4% | |
*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.
