Irresistible Strawberry Lemonade Recipe Perfect for Summer
A refreshing summer drink made with fresh strawberries and lemons, perfect for backyard barbecues, pool parties, and lazy afternoons.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 6–8 fresh lemons (about 1 cup or 240ml of juice)
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 4 cups (950ml) cold water
- Ice for serving
Instructions
- Wash, hull, and slice 1 pound (450g) of fresh strawberries. Place them in a blender and puree until smooth. If you prefer a smoother drink, strain the puree through a fine mesh strainer to remove seeds.
- Roll 6-8 lemons on the counter to help release the juices, then cut them in half and use a citrus juicer to squeeze out the juice. You’ll need about 1 cup (240ml) of fresh lemon juice.
- In a large pitcher, mix 4 cups (950ml) of cold water with 3/4 cup (150g) of granulated sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Pour the freshly squeezed lemon juice into the pitcher and give it a good stir.
- Add the strawberry puree to the lemonade mixture and stir until well combined.
- Add plenty of ice to the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Serve in glasses garnished with fresh strawberry slices and lemon wedges.
Notes
For a naturally sweetened version, swap sugar for honey or agave syrup. Chill the lemonade for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 oz
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 28
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 31
- Fiber: 2
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