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Homemade Lemonade

Zesty Homemade Lemonade: Refreshing Sip for Any Occasion

This Homemade Lemonade recipe offers a quick, refreshing drink perfect for warm days and gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lemonade
  • 4 large fresh lemons Use organic lemons for best flavor.
  • 3/4 cup sugar Feel free to substitute with honey.
  • 1 cup warm water Helps dissolve sugar.
  • 0.5 cup cold water Balances flavors.

Equipment

  • Citrus press
  • Fine-mesh sieve
  • Jug
  • glasses

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Homemade Lemonade
  1. Roll the lemons firmly on the counter to loosen the juice, then cut in half.
  2. Squeeze the lemon halves over a bowl or jug, avoiding metal utensils.
  3. Strain the lemon juice into a clean jug using a fine mesh sieve.
  4. Combine warm water and sugar in a jug and stir until sugar dissolves.
  5. Mix the strained lemon juice with the sugar solution and cold water.
  6. Serve the lemonade in glasses filled with ice cubes, garnish if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 32gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 140mgSugar: 30gVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store any leftover lemonade in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze in ice cube trays for future use.

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