Fresh Mint Lemonade
Quench your thirst with this invigorating Fresh Mint Lemonade, a perfect blend of zesty lemon juice, cooling fresh mint, and a touch of sweetness. This easy-to-make recipe combines fresh lemons and a homemade simple syrup with muddled mint leaves for a refreshing drink that's bursting with vibrant flavors. A pinch of salt enhances the citrusy tang, and a quick chill in the fridge allows the mint to infuse fully, elevating this classic summer beverage to a new level of sophistication. Ideal for warm days, picnics, or backyard gatherings, this homemade lemonade comes together in just 15 minutes and is served chilled over ice for the ultimate refreshment. Garnish with mint sprigs or lemon slices for that extra wow factor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Fresh lemons
- 0.5 cups Fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 cups Water
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
Juice the lemons to extract fresh lemon juice. Remove any seeds. You should have approximately 1 cup of lemon juice.
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and the granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar completely dissolves (about 2 to 3 minutes). Remove from heat and allow the syrup to cool slightly.
In a large pitcher, combine the lemon juice, cooled sugar syrup, and 3 cups of water. Stir well to combine.
Add the fresh mint leaves to the pitcher. Using a wooden spoon or muddler, gently press on the mint leaves to release their flavor without tearing them apart.
Stir in the salt and mix well. Refrigerate the lemonade for at least 30 minutes to allow the mint to infuse fully.
Before serving, add ice cubes to the pitcher and stir gently.
To serve, pour the mint lemonade into glasses and garnish with additional mint leaves or lemon slices, if desired. Enjoy chilled with a refreshing zing!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
557 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.3 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 638 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 149.9 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.7 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 115.0 g | ||
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 523 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 1268 mg | 27% | |
*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.
