Limonada
Quench your thirst with this vibrant and refreshing homemade limonada, a classic limeade recipe that captures the perfect balance of tangy and sweet in every sip. Made with just four simple ingredients—freshly squeezed lime juice, granulated sugar, water, and ice—this traditional beverage comes together in just 10 minutes. The secret to its irresistible taste lies in straining the lime juice to achieve a smooth, pulp-free texture while dissolving the sugar for a perfectly blended flavor. For an elevated touch, garnish with fresh mint leaves to add a bright, herbal finish. Perfect for hot summer days or any time you crave a naturally revitalizing drink, this limonada recipe is a must-try crowd-pleaser that serves up to four—and can easily be doubled for parties or gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 whole limes
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 4 cups water
- 12 pieces ice cubes
- 6 leaves mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
Wash the limes thoroughly under cool water to remove any dirt or wax.
Slice the limes in half and juice them using a citrus juicer. Strain the juice through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher to remove any seeds and pulp.
Add the 0.5 cups of granulated sugar to the lime juice in the pitcher.
Pour 1 cup of water into the pitcher and stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Add the remaining 3 cups of water and mix until well combined.
Fill four glasses with 3 ice cubes each.
Pour the prepared limonada over the ice in each glass.
Garnish each glass with a fresh mint leaf, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing limonada!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
502 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 42 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.3 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 106.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 197 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 422 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.
