Fresh Mint Lemonade
This refreshing fresh mint lemonade combines the bright flavors of freshly squeezed lemons with the aromatic essence of mint. Perfect for hot summer days, this drink is both invigorating and hydrating. Serve it chilled over ice for a delightful thirst-quencher!
This recipe is snack, scaled for 4 servings, with 10 min prep.
Prep: 10 min · Total: 10 min · Serves: 4
Quick cooking notes
- Core ingredients include fresh mint leaves, granulated sugar, water, fresh lemons.
- Follow all 6 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
- Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves (packed)
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups water (cold)
- 4 whole fresh lemons (juiced)
- 2 cups ice cubes (for serving)
Instructions
- Juice the lemons into a measuring cup, ensuring to remove any seeds.
- In a pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, packed mint leaves, and granulated sugar.
- Muddle the mint leaves gently with a muddler or the back of a spoon to release their flavor.
- Add the cold water to the pitcher and stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar if desired.
- Serve the lemonade over ice cubes in glasses, garnishing with additional mint leaves if desired.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 60
- Protein: 1 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.