Lemonade Plus
Quench your thirst with a vibrant twist on a classic summer favorite—Lemonade Plus! This refreshing recipe combines the zesty brightness of freshly squeezed lemons with the natural sweetness of ripe strawberries and the invigorating aroma of fresh mint leaves. A touch of homemade simple syrup balances the tangy and fruity flavors, while a chill from ice cubes keeps every sip perfectly cool. Blended strawberry puree gives this lemonade a delightful pink hue, making it as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ideal for parties, picnics, or relaxing afternoons, Lemonade Plus is garnished with fresh lemon and strawberry slices for an elegant finishing touch. Elevate your beverage game with this irresistible drink that will leave your guests asking for more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 Fresh lemons
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 6 cups Water
- 10 Fresh mint leaves
- 6 Fresh strawberries
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 3 Lemon slices
- 3 Strawberry slices
Instructions
Roll each lemon on the countertop with the palm of your hand to soften them and release the juices.
Cut the lemons in half and squeeze the juice into a measuring cup until you have about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice. Remove any seeds.
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has completely dissolved. This creates a simple syrup. Remove from heat and let cool.
In a large pitcher, combine the fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and 4 cups of cold water. Stir well.
Hull and slice the fresh strawberries. Using a blender or immersion blender, puree the strawberries until smooth. Strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds, if desired.
Add the strawberry puree to the lemonade mixture and stir to combine. Adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more sugar or water to taste.
Gently crush the fresh mint leaves using a muddler or the back of a spoon to release their aroma. Add the mint leaves to the pitcher.
Refrigerate the lemonade for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, add 2 cups of ice cubes to the pitcher to keep the lemonade chilled.
Garnish each glass with lemon slices, strawberry slices, and an extra mint leaf for a polished presentation. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1394 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.9 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 80 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 356.7 g | 130% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.8 g | 167% | |
| Total Sugars | 282.2 g | ||
| Protein | 18.6 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 702 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 16.9 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 3213 mg | 68% | |
*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.
