Strawberry Lemonade
A refreshing summer beverage blending ripe strawberries, zesty lemon juice, and balanced sweetness for a vibrant, fruity-citrus drink.
- Prep Time: 10
- Total Time: 10
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
12 oz (340g) strawberries (fresh or thawed frozen)
3 tbsp (45ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
4 tbsp (50g) sugar
2 cups (480ml) chilled water
Instructions
Blend strawberries until semi-smooth (retain small chunks)
Add lemon juice and sugar, blend until just combined
Strain mixture through fine mesh sieve into water
Stir thoroughly until sugar dissolves
Chill beverage for 2+ hours before serving
Notes
Freeze sugar cubes in blender 5 minutes for slushie texture
Use sharp knives for optimal lemon juice extraction
Test sweetness before straining; add sugar in 1 tsp increments if needed
Top with crushed strawberries as garnish
Let mixture rest 10 minutes post-straining for better flavor
Over-blending creates unappealing puree
Hybrid variations: substitute watermelon or lime juice for different flavors
Green tea can replace water for herby complexity
Find it online: https://kindeat.com/strawberry-lemonade/