Quick Lemonade or Limeade
Quench your thirst in just 10 minutes with this refreshing Quick Lemonade or Limeade recipe, the perfect blend of citrusy tartness and subtle sweetness! Made with freshly squeezed lemons or limes, granulated sugar, and cool water, this homemade drink captures the essence of summer in every sip. Optional fresh mint leaves elevate the flavor with a delightful hint of herbal freshness, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. With simple ingredients and no cooking required, this easy recipe is perfect for busy days or last-minute gatherings. Serve over ice for an irresistibly cool and revitalizing beverage that's sure to become your go-to refreshment.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Fresh lemons or limes
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 cups Water
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 4 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
1. Rinse the lemons or limes thoroughly under cool water to remove any dirt or wax.
2. Roll each lemon or lime on the countertop while pressing down gently with your palm. This helps release the juice.
3. Cut the lemons or limes in half and juice them using a citrus juicer or by squeezing them into a bowl. You should yield about 1/2 cup of juice.
4. Strain the juice through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove pulp and seeds.
5. Add the granulated sugar to the pitcher and mix until fully dissolved. For faster results, you can dissolve the sugar in a small amount of warm water before adding it to the juice.
6. Pour 4 cups of cold water into the pitcher and mix well. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more sugar or juice as desired.
7. Add 1 cup of ice cubes to the pitcher to chill the lemonade or limeade quickly.
8. Optionally, garnish with fresh mint leaves for extra flavor and presentation.
9. Serve in tall glasses with additional ice cubes, and enjoy your homemade lemonade or limeade!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
462 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 35 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.6 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 104.6 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 151 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 282 mg | 6% | |
*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.
