Icy Strawberry Slush
Cool off with a refreshing glass of Icy Strawberry Slush, a delightful fruity beverage that’s perfect for summer days or anytime you’re craving a naturally sweet treat. Bursting with the vibrant flavor of fresh strawberries, a splash of tangy lemon juice, and just a touch of sugar, this icy drink is both simple and satisfying. Blended with cold water and plenty of ice cubes, it achieves the perfect slushy texture in minutes, making it a quick and delicious way to beat the heat. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint for an elegant touch and enjoy this thirst-quenching strawberry slush as a midday pick-me-up or a fun drink to share with friends. With only 10 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this easy strawberry slush recipe is sure to become your go-to refreshment!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup cold water
- 2.5 cups ice cubes
- 1 sprig fresh mint (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash the strawberries thoroughly under cold running water and remove the green stems.
Add the strawberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and cold water to a blender.
Blend the mixture on high speed until it is smooth, about 30-40 seconds.
Add the ice cubes to the blender and blend again until the mixture is slushy and thick, about 30 seconds.
Taste the slush and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if necessary, blending briefly to incorporate.
Pour the strawberry slush into two serving glasses.
Garnish with a fresh mint sprig if desired and serve immediately with a straw or spoon.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
197 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.5 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 458 mg | 10% | |
*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.
