Description

A light and photogenic strawberry lemonade that combines fresh strawberries, zesty lemon juice, and simple syrup for a pastel-pink spring beverage. Chill, garnish, and serve over ice for a refreshing drink perfect for brunches, picnics, or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

1 cup fresh lemon juice (approx. 4 large lemons)

1/2 cup sugar

4 cups water (1 cup hot for syrup, 3 cups cold)

Ice cubes

Lemon slices and strawberry halves for garnish

Mint leaves (optional)

1 cup sparkling water (optional)

Instructions

1. Wash and prep the strawberries and lemons.

2. Blend strawberries with 1 cup cold water until smooth.

3. Strain the purée through a fine-mesh strainer to remove seeds and pulp.

4. In a saucepan, dissolve sugar in 1 cup hot water to make simple syrup and let cool.

5. Combine strawberry purée, lemon juice, simple syrup, and remaining cold water in a pitcher and stir.

6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

7. Serve over ice and garnish with lemon slices, strawberry halves, and mint leaves.

8. Optionally, add sparkling water for a fizzy finish.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: drink
Method: mixing
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 glass
Calories: 120
Sugar: 25
Sodium: 10
Fat: 0
Saturated Fat: 0
Unsaturated Fat: 0
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 30
Fiber: 1
Protein: 0
Cholesterol: 0

Keywords: spring drink, strawberry lemonade, drink aesthetic, refreshing beverage, lemonade recipe, summer drinks