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Fresh Easy Strawberry Lemonade Recipe

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A quick and refreshing summer drink made with fresh strawberries, lemons, sugar, and water. Perfectly balanced with a tangy citrus and sweet berry flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 grams) fresh strawberries, hulled and roughly chopped
  • 4 to 5 medium lemons, juiced (about 1 cup or 240 ml lemon juice)
  • 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
  • 4 to 5 cups (1 to 1.2 liters) cold water
  • Ice cubes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and hull about 1 pound (450 grams) of fresh strawberries. Roughly chop them and place them in your pitcher or mixing bowl. Use a wooden spoon or muddler to gently mash the strawberries, just enough to release their juice but not turning them into a puree (about 2-3 minutes).
  2. Roll 4 to 5 medium lemons on the counter with your palm to loosen the juice. Cut them in half and juice them using a citrus juicer or by hand, aiming for about 1 cup (240 ml) of fresh lemon juice. Strain if necessary to remove seeds (about 5 minutes).
  3. Add 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar to the lemon juice and stir until the sugar dissolves completely (a couple of minutes).
  4. Pour the lemon-sugar mixture over the mashed strawberries. Add 4 to 5 cups (1 to 1.2 liters) of cold water, depending on your taste preference. Stir everything together until well combined. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more sugar or water as needed.
  5. Refrigerate the lemonade for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Serve chilled over ice cubes. Optionally, strain the lemonade before serving for a smoother texture.

Notes

Do not over-mash the strawberries to avoid a pulpy texture. Adjust sweetness gradually and taste after chilling. Fresh lemon juice is preferred over bottled for best flavor. Chill at least 30 minutes before serving. For a bubbly twist, substitute some water with sparkling water before serving.

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