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A close-up of two clear glasses of bright orange-red strawberry lemonade with ice, one in the foreground garnished with a halved strawberry and a lemon slice, with a pitcher of the drink, and scattered fresh strawberries and lemons in the blurred background.

Strawberry Lemonade

Chef Jenn
Strawberry Lemonade is a refreshing twist on classic lemonade, made with real strawberries and fresh-squeezed lemon juice. Sweet, tart, and vibrant, it's the perfect summer drink for picnics, barbecues, or just cooling down on a hot day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Rest Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 10 servings
Calories 141 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound strawberries plus extra to garnish
  • 1½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 cups fresh lemon juice strained and divided
  • 4 - 5 cups cold water
  • ice for serving
  • lemon slices, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Hull and quarter the strawberries, then place them in a large bowl. Add the sugar and ¼ cup of the lemon juice. Mix well, cover the bowl, and let the mixture sit for 30 minutes so the berries soften and release their juices.
  • Once softened, pour the strawberry mixture into a blender and blend until smooth. Strain the purée through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove seeds and pulp.
  • Pour the remaining 1¾ cups of lemon juice into the pitcher, then add 4 cups of cold water. Stir everything together and taste. If it’s too strong, add up to 1 more cup of cold water to reach your preferred balance.
  • Pour the strawberry lemonade over ice to serve. Garnish each glass with lemon slices and a few fresh strawberry pieces, if you like.

Notes

Chef Jenn's Tips

  • Choose ripe strawberries for the best natural sweetness.
  • Straining the purée gives a smoother drink.
  • You can make this a day ahead and chill it in the fridge.
  • Want a bubbly version? Add sparkling water right before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 141kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 0.5gFat: 0.3gSaturated Fat: 0.03gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gSodium: 6mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 33gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 46mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 0.2mg

A Note on Nutritional Information

Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed.

Keyword homemade lemonade, refreshing lemonade, strawberry drink, strawberry lemonade, summer drink
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