Orange Lemonade
Quench your thirst with this vibrant and zesty Orange Lemonade, a refreshing twist on a classic summertime drink that combines the natural sweetness of freshly squeezed orange juice with the tangy brightness of lemon juice. Perfectly balanced with just the right amount of granulated sugar and chilled water, this homemade citrus beverage is as easy as it is delicious—ready in just 10 minutes! Serve it over ice for an instantly cooling treat and garnish with fresh orange and lemon slices, plus a pop of green from optional mint leaves for a touch of elegance. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or simply lounging on a sunny afternoon, this Orange Lemonade is a crowd-pleaser that captures the essence of summer in every sip. Keywords: Orange Lemonade recipe, homemade citrus lemonade, refreshing summer drink.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Freshly squeezed orange juice
- 0.5 cups Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 cups Cold water
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 4 pieces Orange slices
- 4 pieces Lemon slices
- 8 pieces Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed orange juice and lemon juice.
Add granulated sugar to the pitcher and stir until fully dissolved.
Pour the cold water into the pitcher and mix well to combine.
Refrigerate the mixture for about 20-30 minutes to chill, or serve immediately over ice cubes.
Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and pour the orange lemonade over the ice.
Garnish each glass with a slice of orange, a slice of lemon, and fresh mint leaves if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing orange lemonade!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
632 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 41 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 163.6 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 146.0 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 148 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 1096 mg | 23% | |
*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.
