Homemade Lemonade
Quench your thirst with this refreshing and easy Homemade Lemonade recipe, a perfect balance of tart lemons, sweet simple syrup, and chilled water. Ready in just 20 minutes, this classic summer drink is made with freshly squeezed lemon juice from six ripe lemons and sweetened with a homemade simple syrup that dissolves seamlessly, ensuring a smooth, flavorful sip every time. Serve over ice for an instant cool-down, and garnish with fresh mint leaves for a burst of aroma and elegance. Ideal for barbecues, picnics, or relaxing afternoons, this crowd-pleasing lemonade is a versatile and timeless favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large Lemons
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 4 cups Water
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
Start by rolling the lemons on a hard surface to make them juicier.
Cut the lemons in half and extract the juice using a juicer or by hand. Aim for about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice.
Remove any seeds from the lemon juice using a strainer.
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar to make a simple syrup.
Heat the sugar and water mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is completely dissolved. This should take around 5 minutes.
Allow the simple syrup to cool to room temperature.
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, cooled simple syrup, and the remaining 3 cups of cold water.
Stir the mixture until well combined.
Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness if necessary by adding more sugar or water.
Add ice cubes to the pitcher to chill the lemonade.
Optional: Add fresh mint leaves for enhanced flavor and garnish.
Stir again and serve the lemonade in glasses over additional ice, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
866 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 36 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 233.7 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 208.8 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 502 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.
