Paleo Homemade Lemonade
Refreshingly simple and naturally sweet, Paleo Homemade Lemonade is a guilt-free twist on a summertime classic. Made with fresh lemons, raw honey, and pure water, this clean recipe balances bold citrus zest with the subtle sweetness of unrefined honey for a drink that’s both invigorating and nourishing. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s the perfect paleo-friendly beverage for barbecues, pool days, or clean eating diets. Optional fresh mint leaves add an aromatic touch, making it the ultimate thirst quencher. With no refined sugars or artificial ingredients, this homemade lemonade is a healthy, all-natural way to stay hydrated while indulging in a tangy, icy treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 fresh lemons
- 0.5 cup raw honey
- 4 cups water
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 10 fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
Roll the lemons on a hard surface with the palm of your hand to make them easier to juice.
Cut the lemons in half and juice them using a citrus juicer, straining the seeds while preserving some pulp if desired.
Measure and pour the fresh lemon juice into a large pitcher.
In a small saucepan, warm 1 cup of the water over low heat and add the raw honey.
Stir the honey water until the honey is fully dissolved to create a honey syrup. Remove from heat.
Add the honey syrup to the pitcher with the lemon juice.
Pour the remaining 3 cups of cold water into the pitcher and stir well to combine.
Add the ice cubes to chill the lemonade.
Taste and adjust the sweetness or tartness by adding more water or honey if necessary.
If desired, slightly bruise the mint leaves by gently rubbing them between your fingers and add them to the lemonade for an aromatic twist.
Refrigerate the lemonade for about 30 minutes if you prefer it cooler, or serve immediately over more ice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
711 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 41 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 174.5 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 129.1 g | ||
| Protein | 5.0 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 198 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 570 mg | 12% | |
*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.
