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Lemonade

A refreshing and tangy lemonade recipe made from fresh lemons and sugar, perfect for quenching your thirst on a hot day.
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Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Keyword: lemonade, refreshing drink, summer beverage, homemade lemonade
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice about 4-6 lemons
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 cups cold water
  • Ice cubes
  • Slices of lemon for garnish
  • Fresh mint leaves optional

Instructions

  • Juice the lemons until you have 1 cup of fresh lemon juice.
  • In a pitcher, combine the lemon juice and sugar.
  • Stir the mixture until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  • Add 4 cups of cold water to the pitcher.
  • Taste the lemonade and adjust sweetness if necessary.
  • Chill the lemonade in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  • Prepare serving glasses by filling them with ice cubes.
  • Pour the chilled lemonade over the ice-filled glasses.
  • Garnish each glass with lemon slices and mint leaves if desired.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing lemonade!

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Sugar: 30g