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Fresh Strawberry Açai Lemonade Refresher

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A quick and easy homemade summer drink combining fresh strawberries, açai powder, and freshly squeezed lemon juice for a refreshing and vibrant beverage.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced (about 150 g)
  • 3 large fresh lemons, juiced (about 1/2 cup or 120 ml lemon juice)
  • 1–2 tablespoons unsweetened açai powder or concentrate (7–14 g)
  • 1/2 cup simple syrup (made from equal parts sugar and water)
  • 2 cups cold water (480 ml)
  • Ice cubes, for serving
  • Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Make the simple syrup by combining 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan. Heat over medium, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let cool (about 5 minutes).
  2. Roll lemons on the counter, cut, and juice to yield about 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice. Remove seeds.
  3. Hull and slice fresh strawberries. If using frozen, thaw slightly. Place strawberries in a blender.
  4. Add 1-2 tablespoons açai powder and the fresh lemon juice to the blender with strawberries.
  5. Blend until smooth and vibrant, about 30 seconds. For less pulp, strain through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher.
  6. Pour the strawberry açai puree into a large pitcher. Add 2 cups cold water and 1/2 cup cooled simple syrup. Stir gently to combine.
  7. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the refresher over. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use fresh lemons and strawberries for best flavor. Adjust sweetness by adding simple syrup gradually. For a sparkling version, substitute some or all cold water with sparkling water just before serving. Over-blending can dull flavors, so pulse until smooth. Chill before serving and serve over plenty of ice. Simple syrup must be cooled before mixing to keep the drink vibrant.

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Keywords: strawberry lemonade, açai drink, summer drink, homemade lemonade, refreshing beverage, healthy drink, vegan drink, gluten-free drink

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