Want the perfect drink for quenching your thirst on a hot summer day? This easy strawberry lemonade recipe combines the sweet taste of strawberries with the tanginess of lemon.
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This summer drink is perfect for quenching your thirst and satisfying your sweet tooth. The blend of sweet and sour flavors is sure to please.
The sweetness comes from fresh strawberries, while the sourness comes from the lemon juice added to the drink. This fruity combination creates a unique taste that is hard to resist.
Reasons to Love
- The perfect blend of sweet and sour flavors. This combination of flavors creates a unique taste that is hard to resist.
- Strawberry lemonade is an ideal summer beverage. It's fruity, tangy, and perfectly chilled, making it ideal for hot days.
- The recipe is easy to make. All you need to do is blend simple ingredients.
- It's refreshing and tastes delicious. It's made with fresh ingredients full of flavor.
Ingredients
To make strawberry lemonade, you'll need a few simple ingredients that are easy to find at any grocery store.
- strawberries
- water
- freshly squeezed lemon juice
- sugar or sweetener of choice
Scroll down to the recipe card for quantities used.
Instructions
This homemade strawberry lemonade is quick and easy to make. Strawberries are pureed with lemon juice, water and sugar in a high speed blender or food processor.
Add strawberries, water, lemon juice and sugar to a high-speed blender.
Blend the ingredients on medium-high speed until a smooth and well-combined mixture is achieved.
If desired, you can pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a large pitcher. But it's not necessary as the strawberry puree enhances the flavor. The drink is best served chilled or over ice.
Variations
There are countless ways to change up this simple beverage. Here are a few ideas you can try.
- Add fresh mint leaves. The mint will give your drink a refreshing twist, perfect for hot summer days.
- Use sparkling water. It will add fizz for those who like a bubbly texture.
- Experiment with different types of sweeteners. There are plenty of sugar alternatives that can add unique flavor to your drink like honey or agave syrup.
- Turn it into a frozen slushie. Blend ice with the strawberry lemonade mixture for a cool treat on hot days. You can also use frozen strawberries.
- Make an adult version. Add a splash of liqueur to the mix, like vodka or tequila. This transforms the drink into an adult version perfect for parties or gatherings.
Tips
Keep these things in mind when making the homemade strawberry lemonade recipe.
- Use ripe strawberries. Fresh sweet strawberries is key to having the perfect balance of sweet and tart in homemade strawberry lemonade.
- Adjust sweetness and tartness to taste. To achieve your desired taste, add more sugar or lemon juice accordingly. Keep tasting as you go until you find the perfect balance for you.
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice. The fresh juice from lemons adds more flavor than store-bought lemon juice in a bottle.
- Garnish with fresh fruit. Adding a cut strawberry or lemon slice on the rim of the glass adds color and extra flavor.
- Serve cold. Serve your homemade creation chilled or over ice for maximum refreshment.
Serving suggestions
Consider pairing strawberry lemonade with light snacks such as cucumber sandwiches or homemade tortilla strips. These foods complement the drink's sweetness without overpowering its delicate flavors.
The drink goes well with light meals like a salmon salad or seafood pasta salad. But it can be enjoyed with full dinners too.
Storage
The best way to store this pink lemonade is in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will last for up to five days.
If you want to keep your drink longer, you can freeze it. Freeze it in ice cube trays or freezer-safe containers and use it as needed.
Related Recipes
Looking for more drink recipes? Here are a few more you can try.
- Coconut shake is an excellent treat to enjoy on a hot day.
- Blackberry tea can be served warm or over ice.
- Banana pineapple smoothie is a refreshing tropical treat.
- Bailey's espresso martini is creamy and smooth.
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Recipe
Strawberry Lemonade
Ingredients
- 1 cup strawberries sliced
- 3 cups water
- 5 medium lemons juiced
- ¼ cup sugar or sweetener. Adjust to taste
Instructions
- Add strawberries, water, lemon juice and sugar to a high-speed blender, starting with the least amount of sweetener or sugar.
- Blend the ingredients on medium-high speed until a smooth and well-combined mixture is achieved.
- Taste the lemonade and adjust the flavors as needed. If you desire more sweetness, add additional sugar/sweetener. If you want a more tart flavor, incorporate more lemon juice. For a stronger strawberry taste, add extra strawberries.
- If desired, you can strain the liquid. Serve as is or over ice.
Ellen
This is the perfect poolside beverage. We love it on a hot day.
Rachna
I loved how fresh and delicious this lemonade is. I added a few ice cubes while blending and loved the slushy lemonade.
Sandhya Ramakrishnan
The best thirst quencher for summer! We love the fruity lemonades and made this yesterday and are super happy! I had some mint leaves from the garden that I used as well!
Jennifer
This easy drink has gorgeous color! It was refreshing, not too sweet, and the flavor of the berries really came through. I"ll be making this often!
Jessica
Strawberries are all the rage at my house right now, so I'll be making this asap. Thanks so much for sharing the suggestion to add tequila, that's what I want! Planning to make a pitcher for the family and separate out a few cups for adult beverages. Thank you, again!
Jennifer R Osborn
Strawberries and lemon are my love language. This lemonade turned out so wonderfully! I can't wait to make it again.
Shilpa
This strawberry lemonade is so refreshing! Perfect on a hot day. Love it!
Ellen
I served this for a luncheon I hosted with friends. Everyone loved it! Thanks for a great recipe.
Sage Scott
We had some strawberries and lemons to use up so tried this recipe. It's the perfect amount of sweet and tart, and the perfect drink to cool off on a hot day.
Sharon
I can already tell this strawberry lemonade will be on repeat all summer long. We absolutely loved the sweet and sour flavor.
Chichi
Strawberry lemonade is one of my favorite summer drinks. Your recipe hit the right spots. Thank you.
Sue
This strawberry lemonade is the perfect refreshing drink on a hot summer day!
Erica
This lemonade was too beautiful not to make! Luckily, it was as delicious as it is pretty - thanks for the recipe, Lisa!
Anne
This was delicious and refreshing! The strawberries added so much sweetness to the lemonade it barely needed any sugar.
Ksenia
This was absolutely perfect for me!!! Loved every sip of the perfect balance between the flavor of a good homemade lemonade and the sweetness of strawberries. Perfect drink!
Jenn
I made this for a picnic with some friends. They all said it was the perfect drink for a hot day, and I gave them the recipe! I will definitely also try using sparkling water like you suggested.