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Easy Strawberry Lemonade Recipe

This vibrant strawberry lemonade recipe blends fresh strawberries and zesty lemons into a refreshing summertime drink that's naturally sweet, tart, and perfect for hot days. Easier than store-bought with real fruit flavor, it's a crowd-pleasing essential for picnics and barbecues.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice (6-8 lemons)
  • 4-5 cups cold water
  • Ice cubes, for serving
  • Lemon slices and mint, optional

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Saucepan
  • Pitcher
  • Fine mesh strainer

Method
 

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  2. Step 1: Hull and blend 2 cups strawberries until smooth (30-45 seconds), then strain into a pitcher, pressing to extract juice—this builds the fruity base for your strawberry lemonade recipe with silky texture free of seeds.
  3. Step 2: In a saucepan, heat 1 cup sugar with 1 cup water over medium, stirring until dissolved (3-5 minutes); cool and add to pitcher for even sweetness without grittiness.
  4. Step 3: Juice lemons to get 1 cup, adding directly to pitcher and stirring well to brighten flavors with citrus oils.
  5. Step 4: Pour in 4 cups cold water, taste and add up to 1 more cup; refrigerate 1 hour for infusion.
  6. Step 5: Serve over ice with garnishes, stirring pitcher first to recombine.
  7. Step 6: For ahead, prep syrup and puree separately; mix day-of.

Nutrition

Calories: 110 | Carbohydrates: 28 | Fiber: 1 | Sugar: 25

Notes

STORAGE: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently? No, serve cold; stir before pouring.
MAKE AHEAD: Prepare puree and syrup up to 24 hours in advance and store covered in the fridge. Combine with lemon juice and water just before serving.
SUBSTITUTIONS: For a dairy-free version, N/A. Use honey (3/4 cup) for sugar; frozen berries for fresh.
PRO TIPS: Strain puree twice for crystal clarity. Chill lemons before juicing for more yield. Taste-test water addition incrementally.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Pitcher-style at BBQs with grilled meats; garnish with berries on rim. Pairs with salads, sandwiches.
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