Fresh Strawberry Lemonade Recipe Easy Homemade Juicy Berries Drink
A quick and easy homemade strawberry lemonade that balances sweet and tart flavors, perfect for hot days and casual gatherings. Made with fresh strawberries, lemons, sugar, and water for a refreshing summer drink.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- Juice of 4 large lemons (about 1 cup or 240 ml)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 g), adjustable to taste
- 4 cups cold water (960 ml), divided
- Ice cubes, as needed for serving
- Fresh mint leaves (optional), for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse and hull about 2 cups (300 g) of fresh strawberries. Cut them in halves to help blend evenly.
- Place the strawberries in your blender with 1 cup (240 ml) of cold water and 1/2 cup (100 g) sugar. Pulse or blend on medium speed for about 30 seconds until the mixture is smooth but still retains some berry texture. If you prefer a pulp-free drink, strain through a fine mesh sieve now.
- Juice 4 large lemons to get approximately 1 cup (240 ml) of fresh lemon juice. Remove any seeds.
- Pour the strawberry puree into a large pitcher. Add the lemon juice and the remaining 3 cups (720 ml) of cold water. Stir well to combine all flavors evenly. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding a little more sugar or lemon juice if needed.
- Refrigerate the lemonade for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld and chill thoroughly.
- Serve over ice cubes with a sprig of fresh mint if desired.
Notes
Use ripe strawberries for best flavor. Adjust sugar to taste as strawberry sweetness varies. Do not overblend to keep some berry texture. Chill lemonade for at least 30 minutes before serving. For a sparkling version, replace half the water with soda water. Frozen strawberries can be used if fresh are unavailable, but thaw and drain excess liquid first.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 oz (240 ml)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 20
- Carbohydrates: 23
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