Strawberry Lemon Slush
Cool down with the ultimate summer refreshment: Strawberry Lemon Slush! This vibrant and tangy ice-cold drink combines the natural sweetness of fresh strawberries with the zesty punch of fresh lemon juice for a flavor-packed treat. Perfectly balanced with a touch of granulated sugar and blended into a frosty slush with plenty of ice, this quick and easy recipe takes just 10 minutes and delivers pure bliss in every sip. Garnish with lemon and strawberry slices for a touch of elegance, and serve as a delightful pick-me-up on hot days. A crowd-pleaser for kids and adults alike, this homemade slush is the perfect way to beat the heat while indulging in fruity, refreshing goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh strawberries
- 0.5 cups Fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 1.5 cups Cold water
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 2 pieces Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
- 2 pieces Strawberry slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash and hull the fresh strawberries, then cut them into halves.
In a blender, combine the strawberries, fresh lemon juice, granulated sugar, and cold water.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and the sugar is fully dissolved.
Add the ice cubes to the blender and blend again until the mixture is thick and slushy.
Taste and adjust sweetness by adding a little more sugar if needed. Blend briefly to mix.
Pour the strawberry lemon slush into serving glasses.
If desired, garnish each glass with a lemon slice and a strawberry slice for an extra decorative touch.
Serve immediately with straws or spoons and enjoy your Strawberry Lemon Slush!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
326 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 19 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.5 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 69.4 g | ||
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 74 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 610 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.
