Fresh Raspberry Lemonade
Quench your thirst with the vibrant, tangy-sweet delight of Fresh Raspberry Lemonade, a refreshing homemade beverage perfect for warm days or special gatherings. Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe raspberries and the bold citrusy kick of fresh lemons, this easy-to-make drink combines just a handful of ingredients in under 15 minutes. A quick blend and strain of raspberries create a silky, seed-free base, while a touch of sugar balances the tartness for an irresistible flavor. Serve it over ice, adorned with a sprig of mint or a slice of lemon, for a stunning presentation that’s as refreshing as it is beautiful. Whether you’re entertaining guests or treating yourself, this fresh raspberry lemonade is your ultimate summer sip.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh raspberries
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 4 whole Fresh lemons
- 4 cups Water
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 5 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash the fresh raspberries thoroughly under running water and drain them well.
Add the raspberries, 1/4 cup of the sugar, and 1 cup of water into a blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth.
Strain the raspberry puree through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove any seeds. Discard the seeds.
Juice the lemons to extract about 3/4 cup of fresh lemon juice. Strain the lemon juice to remove any pulp or seeds.
Add the lemon juice to the pitcher with the raspberry puree.
Stir in the remaining 3 cups of water and 1/4 cup of sugar. Adjust sugar to taste, if necessary.
Add ice cubes directly to the pitcher and stir well to chill the lemonade.
Serve in individual glasses over additional ice if desired, and garnish with fresh mint leaves and a raspberry or lemon slice for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
514 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 35 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.6 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 111.2 g | ||
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 153 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 514 mg | 11% | |
*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.
