Irresistible Ruby Berry Lemonade Recipe Perfect for Summer
A refreshing and vibrant lemonade made with fresh berries and lemon juice, perfect for hot summer days and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–5 large lemons)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups water
- Ice cubes, for serving
- Mint leaves (optional), for garnish
Instructions
- Wash the strawberries and raspberries thoroughly. Hull the strawberries and chop them into smaller pieces.
- Add the strawberries and raspberries to a blender with 1 cup of water. Blend until smooth, about 30 seconds.
- Pour the berry puree through a fine mesh strainer into a large bowl or pitcher, pressing with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the seeds and pulp.
- Cut the lemons in half and squeeze out the juice using a citrus juicer. You’ll need about 1 cup of lemon juice.
- Add the lemon juice, strained berry puree, remaining water (about 3 cups), and sugar to the pitcher. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Taste your lemonade and adjust the sweetness or tartness as needed. Add more sugar or lemon juice to suit your preferences.
- Add ice cubes to the pitcher and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve in glasses with extra berries and lemon slices for a decorative touch.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Chill the lemonade for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors. Adjust sweetness gradually to avoid over-sweetening.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 17
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1
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