Strawberry Lemonade Top Secret Recipe
Quench your thirst with this irresistible Strawberry Lemonade Top Secret Recipe, a refreshing blend of tangy lemons and sweet, ripe strawberries that’s destined to be your go-to summer drink! Bursting with vibrant fruit flavor, this homemade lemonade uses a silky strawberry puree and a perfectly balanced homemade simple syrup to create a natural sweetness that pairs beautifully with the zesty brightness of freshly squeezed lemon juice. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy recipe is perfect for entertaining or elevating your everyday beverages. Serve it over ice with optional fresh mint for a cooling, aromatic twist that will impress guests and family alike. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or looking for a cheerful way to cool down, this crowd-winning strawberry lemonade promises to deliver a taste of sunshine in every sip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh strawberries
- 6 large Lemons
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 6 cups Water
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 6 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the strawberries and remove the stems. Slice them into halves or quarters if they are particularly large.
In a blender, place the strawberries along with 1/4 cup of water. Blend until smooth to create a strawberry puree.
Strain the strawberry puree through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl or pitcher to remove the seeds. Discard the seeds.
Juice the lemons using a citrus juicer or reamer. This should yield approximately one cup of fresh lemon juice. Strain the lemon juice to remove any pulp or seeds.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar and 1 cup of water. Stir continuously until the sugar completely dissolves to create a simple syrup. This should take about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool.
In a large pitcher, combine the strawberry puree, lemon juice, and the cooled simple syrup.
Add the remaining 4 cups of cold water to the pitcher and stir well to combine. Adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar or water if desired.
Refrigerate the strawberry lemonade for at least 30 minutes to chill and allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, add the ice cubes to the pitcher or directly to individual glasses.
Garnish each glass with a sprig of fresh mint, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
773 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.0 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 54 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 206.5 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 173.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 230 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 934 mg | 20% | |
*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.
