Refreshing Frozen Lime Mint Lemonade
A quick and easy frozen lime mint lemonade that is perfect for hot days, combining fresh lime, mint, and a slushy texture for a refreshing treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (including optional simple syrup preparation)
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes (including freezing time)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized limes, preferably juicy and bright green
- 1/2 cup packed fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste; can substitute with honey or agave syrup)
- 3 cups cold filtered water
- 2 cups ice cubes (or crushed ice for slushier texture)
- 1 cup frozen lime wedges (optional but recommended)
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the limes and mint leaves thoroughly. Slice two limes into wedges and juice the remaining two. Set the lime wedges aside to freeze.
- Arrange the lime wedges on a parchment-lined tray and freeze for at least 2 hours until solid.
- Make simple syrup (optional): In a small saucepan, combine sugar with 1 cup of water and heat gently until sugar dissolves. Let cool. Alternatively, stir sugar directly into cold water.
- In a blender, combine fresh mint leaves, lime juice, simple syrup or sugar water, 2 cups of ice cubes, and 1 cup of cold water. Blend on high until smooth and mint is finely incorporated.
- Add frozen lime wedges and remaining ice cubes, then pulse a few times to lightly crush them, creating a slushy texture. Avoid over-blending.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more sugar, water, or lime juice as desired. Add a pinch of sea salt if using to balance flavors.
- Serve immediately in chilled glasses, garnished with a sprig of mint or a lime wheel.
Notes
Do not overload the blender with ice to avoid motor strain; blend in batches if necessary. Freezing lime wedges adds subtle bitterness and chill. Muddling mint gently before blending can release more oils without bitterness. Keep glasses chilled before serving for extra refreshment. Leftovers can be stored in the freezer up to 2 days; thaw slightly and stir before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (8 fl oz)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 21
- Fiber: 1
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