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Fresh homemade strawberry lemonade in a pitcher on a deck with lemon and mint garnish.
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Fresh Homemade Strawberry Lemonade

Fresh Homemade Strawberry Lemonade is a refreshing summer drink recipe made with real strawberries and fresh lemon juice, offering bright citrus flavor, quick 10-minute prep, and a smooth restaurant-style finish. Frozen strawberries are blended with lemon juice, sugar, and water, then strained through a fine mesh sieve to create a clean homemade strawberry lemonade that tastes both sweet and tart.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 75kcal
Author: Jami Powell

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Fine Mesh Strainer
  • Pitcher
  • Citrus juicer or reamer
  • Spoon or spatula

Ingredients

  • 1 cup frozen strawberries about 5 to 6 ounces
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice about 5 to 6 lemons
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar adjust to taste
  • 3 cups cold water
  • Ice for serving

Optional Garnish

  • Fresh strawberries, lemon slices, mint leaves

Instructions

  • Add the frozen strawberries, lemon juice, sugar, and 1 cup of the water to a blender. Blend until the strawberries are completely broken down and the mixture looks smooth.
  • Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher, pressing with a spoon to extract all the juice. This removes the seeds and pulp for a smoother drink.
  • Add the remaining 2 cups of cold water and a pinch of salt. Stir well and taste. If it needs more sweetness, add another tablespoon or two of sugar.
  • Serve over ice with sliced lemons and strawberries for garnish.

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Notes

Cooking Notes
Use frozen strawberries to chill the lemonade as you blend naturally. Always strain the mixture so the drink stays smooth and refreshing.
Tips for Best Results
  • Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest citrus flavor.
  • Blend the strawberries completely so the fruit flavor distributes evenly.
  • Strain the mixture so the seeds and pulp don’t affect texture.
  • Adjust sweetness gradually so the lemonade stays balanced.
How to Know It’s Ready
The lemonade should look bright pink and smooth, with a bright strawberry-lemon aroma and a balanced sweet-tart flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 75kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 128mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 16IU | Vitamin C: 49mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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