Description
Fresh Strawberry Lemonade is the ultimate summer drink that tastes bright, fruity, and refreshing in every sip. Perfect for cookouts, lazy afternoons, or anytime you need a cool homemade treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups cold water
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 1 tbsp. honey (optional)
- Lemon slices for garnish
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Wash and slice the strawberries.
- Blend strawberries with 1 cup water until smooth.
- Strain the puree if desired for a smoother texture.
- Squeeze lemons to make 1 cup fresh lemon juice.
- Combine sugar and 1 cup water in a saucepan and heat until dissolved.
- Add strawberry puree, lemon juice, and simple syrup to a large pitcher.
- Stir in the remaining cold water.
- Chill the lemonade for at least 1 hour.
- Serve over ice with lemon slices and mint leaves.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: cooking
- Cuisine: American