Strawberry Lemonade

This homemade strawberry lemonade is a simple yet refreshing combination of fresh strawberries, lemon juice, and sugar. The ultimate summer time drink!

Course Drink

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings

Calories 144kcal

Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

2 cups fresh strawberries
7 cups water divided use
1 cup sugar or more to taste
2 cups fresh squeezed lemon juice
sliced strawberries, lemons and mint sprigs for garnish optional

Instructions

Combine the sugar with 2 cups of water. Microwave for 2 minutes or heat on the stove until very hot. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
Place the strawberries in a blender with 1 cup of the water. Blend until smooth.
Combine the strawberry puree, sugar water mixture, lemon juice and remaining 4 cups of water in a pitcher.
Stir thoroughly then chill until ready to serve. Just before serving, stir in sliced strawberries, lemon and mint sprigs if desired.

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