Old Fashioned Lemonade from Real Simple
Quench your thirst with this refreshing and timeless Old Fashioned Lemonade from Real Simple, a recipe that celebrates the bright and tangy essence of freshly squeezed lemons. With just four simple ingredients—juicy lemons, granulated sugar, water, and ice—this homemade lemonade comes together in just 15 minutes, making it the perfect go-to beverage for sunny afternoons or casual gatherings. The recipe emphasizes classic techniques, like rolling lemons to maximize their juice and carefully balancing sweetness and tartness for the ideal sip every time. Serve it chilled over ice for a nostalgic and irresistibly crisp summer treat. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or simply relaxing on the porch, this zesty lemonade is a sip-worthy classic you'll want to make again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large Lemons
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 6 cups Water
- 2 cups Ice cubes
Instructions
Roll the lemons on the countertop with gentle pressure to loosen their juices.
Cut the lemons in half and juice them using a citrus juicer or by squeezing them into a bowl. Strain the juice to remove seeds and pulp if desired. You should have about 1 cup of lemon juice.
In a large pitcher, combine the lemon juice and granulated sugar. Stir until the sugar begins to dissolve.
Add the water into the pitcher and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and pour the lemonade over the ice.
Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness or tartness by adding more sugar or water, as needed.
Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade old-fashioned lemonade!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
864 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 49 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 232.5 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 208.7 g | ||
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 176 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 480 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.
