This simple strawberry lemonade recipe is perfect for a hot summer day. It's incredibly refreshing, easy to make, and customizable to your taste preferences. It's so easy even my clumsy cousin could do it, and trust me, that's saying something. Imagine yourself sipping this on a porch swing, feeling the gentle breeze... Ahhh.
My friend Sarah swears by adding a splash of sparkling water for extra fizz. I also had a lovely time enjoying it by the lake with my family a few years ago. It's an experience that makes every day special. Why don’t you try it out and let me know how you like it.
Required Equipments
- Large Pitcher
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Blender (optional)
- Strainer
- Ice Cubes
Strawberry Lemonade Recipe
This recipe shows you how to make a delicious and refreshing strawberry lemonade at home using simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions.
⏳ Yield & Time
Yield: 4 servings servings
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time:
🍽 Ingredients
📖 Instructions
- First, gather your ingredients! Make sure your strawberries are nice and ripe. Trust me, the flavor difference is huge.
- Wash your strawberries and remove their green tops. This is a bit tedious, but its worth it in the end.
- Next, slice the strawberries. You can either roughly chop them or, if you're feeling fancy, make them into elegant slices. The choice is yours!
- In a large pitcher or bowl, combine the sliced strawberries with the sugar. I like to use granulated sugar, but you can substitute with any kind of sugar you prefer. Gently mash the strawberries with a spoon or muddler to release their juices. Let them macerate for at least 30 minutes (the longer, the better!), giving them a chance to get all sweet and juicy.
- Once the strawberries have released their juices, add the lemon juice and water to the pitcher. Stir everything well to combine and completely dissolve the sugar.
- If you'd like a super smooth lemonade, carefully pour the mixture into a blender and blend until smooth. Otherwise, skip this step—a little bit of texture is lovely too!
- Strain the lemonade (optional): If you prefer a smoother drink without strawberry seeds, use a fine-mesh strainer to remove any solids. I usually skip this step; I like a little strawberry texture!
- Fill glasses with ice and pour the lemonade over the ice. You could add a fresh strawberry or a lemon wedge to each glass for a fancy touch.
- That's it—enjoy your incredibly delicious and refreshing strawberry lemonade! You deserve it after all that hard work…or maybe not, but still, enjoy! Seriously, this lemonade is going to be amazing!
📝 Notes
- Adjust sugar and lemon juice to your liking.
- For a sweeter lemonade, add more sugar.
- For a tarter lemonade, add more lemon juice.
- Feel free to add fresh mint or other herbs for an extra touch of flavor!
🍎 Nutrition
Calories: 150 kcal
Protein: 1 g
Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 35 g
Fiber: 2 g
Calcium: 10 mg
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