Strawberry Lemonade
Strawberry Lemonade is the perfect sweet, tart, and refreshing summer beverage. You can adjust the flavor however you please and it is great for using up excess strawberries and lemons.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Total Time15 minutes mins
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 218kcal
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 8-10 cups water divided
- 2 cups fresh-squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cups mashed strawberries
Stir the sugar and 2 cups of the water together in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture turns clear. Cool completely. This part can be done up to 2 weeks ahead and chilled in the fridge.
Use a blender or food processor to puree the strawberries. Strain them through a fine mesh sieve, if desired, to remove seeds.
Add lemon slices and 4 cups of ice to a large pitcher. Add the simple syrup, lemon juice, and strawberry puree. Add enough remaining water to get the lemonade to your desired strength. Keep in mind that as the ice melts your lemonade will be diluted.
Calories: 218kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 119mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 53g | Vitamin A: 8IU | Vitamin C: 45mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg