Kurdish Lemonade
Quench your thirst with the refreshing and aromatic flavors of Kurdish Lemonade, a delightful Middle Eastern twist on a classic summer beverage. This vibrant drink combines freshly squeezed lemon juice, subtly floral rosewater, and a hint of fresh mint for a truly invigorating experience. Sweetened to perfection with granulated sugar and served over ice, this lemonade is as beautiful as it is flavorful, with lemon slices and mint sprigs adding a stunning garnish. Simple to prepare in just 15 minutes, this recipe for Kurdish Lemonade serves four and is perfect for entertaining or enjoying on a warm day. Discover the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and floral notes in this must-try beverage!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 whole Lemons
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon Rosewater
- 1 liters Cold water
- 2 cups Ice cubes
Instructions
Wash the lemons thoroughly, then roll them on the countertop to help release the juice. Slice 4 of the lemons in half and juice them into a bowl or measuring cup. You should have approximately 3/4 cup of fresh lemon juice.
Slice the remaining lemon into thin rounds to use as a garnish and set aside.
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice and granulated sugar. Stir well to dissolve the sugar completely. This step may take a few minutes.
Add the rosewater to the lemon juice mixture and stir gently to combine.
Rinse the mint leaves and gently bruise them with your fingers to release their aroma. Add the mint leaves to the pitcher.
Pour the cold water into the pitcher and mix everything thoroughly.
Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar if necessary.
Add the ice cubes to the lemonade and gently stir to chill the mixture.
To serve, pour the Kurdish Lemonade into glasses, garnish each glass with a lemon slice and a sprig of mint, and enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
659 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.9 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 43 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 177.8 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 157.5 g | ||
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 132 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 432 mg | 9% | |
*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.
