Low Sodium Refreshing Pink Lemonade
Quench your thirst with a guilt-free twist on a classic summer favorite—Low Sodium Refreshing Pink Lemonade! This all-natural recipe combines the zesty tang of fresh lemons and limes with the vibrant hue of cranberry juice, sweetened delicately with honey for the perfect balance of flavors. With just 15 minutes of prep and minimal cook time, this homemade lemonade is an effortless way to upgrade your beverage game. Infused with a splash of cooling mint, it’s a refreshing treat that’s perfect for picnics, parties, or lounging on the patio. Made with no added sodium, it's a healthier alternative to store-bought versions, ensuring every sip is as wholesome as it is delicious. Serve chilled over ice for an invigorating drink that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole Fresh lemons
- 2 whole Fresh limes
- 0.5 cup Fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 5 cups Water
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 10 whole Mint leaves
Instructions
Begin by juicing the lemons and limes. This should yield approximately 1 cup of lemon-lime juice. Strain the juice to remove seeds and pulp, ensuring a smooth base for your lemonade.
In a small saucepan, combine the fresh cranberries and 1 cup of water. Over medium heat, bring the mixture to a gentle boil and cook for about 5 minutes or until the cranberries have burst open and softened.
Remove the cranberry mixture from heat and strain through a fine mesh sieve into a small bowl or measuring cup, pressing down with a spoon to extract all the pink juice. Discard the cranberry skins.
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon-lime juice, cranberry juice, honey, and the remaining 4 cups of water. Stir well until the honey has completely dissolved, creating an even, sweetened pink lemonade base.
Add the ice cubes to the pitcher to chill the lemonade.
Tear the mint leaves slightly to release flavor and add them to the lemonade mixture. Give it a gentle stir.
Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the lemonade over additional ice, if desired, garnished with a sprig of mint or a slice of lemon.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
517 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 50 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 146.2 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 110.0 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 194 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 604 mg | 13% | |
*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.
