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Strawberry Lemonade

This refreshing strawberry lemonade is ready in just 5 minutes and only requires a handful of ingredients to prepare. Enjoy it as a refreshing diabetes-friendly beverage that is perfect for those hot summer days!
Servings: 2
Calories: 18.4kcal
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes

Ingredients

  • ½ cup strawberries
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 2 cups water sparkling or flat
  • 1 tbsp honey optional
  • 4 leaves basil
  • ice

Garnish

  • strawberries
  • lemon

Notes

Notes:
Please note that the nutrient analysis does not include honey.

Instructions

  • In a blender, combine the fresh strawberries, lemon juice, water, and honey (if using). Blend until smooth.
    ½ cup strawberries, ¼ cup lemon juice, 2 cups water, 1 tbsp honey
  • Strain the strawberry lemonade mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the seeds. This step is optional if you don't mind the seeds.
  • Split the basil leaves between two glasses and gently muddle with a spoon to release the oils and flavour.
    4 leaves basil
  • Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the raspberry lemonade over the ice.
    ice
  • Garnish with fresh strawberries, lemon slices, and extra basil.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

  • Blending the ingredients: Ensure a smooth consistency by blending the strawberries and lemon thoroughly until no large pieces remain.
  • Muddling the basil: Gently muddle the basil leaves in the glasses before adding the ice and lemonade to infuse the drink with fresh basil flavor without turning the leaves into tiny bits that might be unpleasant to drink.
  • Straining the mixture: Using a fine-mesh sieve to strain the lemonade will remove seeds and excess pulp, making the drink smoother and more enjoyable.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Strawberry Lemonade
Amount per Serving
Calories
18.4
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
0.2
g
0
%
Saturated Fat
 
0.01
g
0
%
Sodium
 
12.5
mg
1
%
Potassium
 
88.9
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
 
4.9
g
2
%
Fiber
 
0.8
g
3
%
Sugar
 
2.5
g
3
%
Protein
 
0.4
g
1
%
Vitamin C
 
33.1
mg
40
%
Calcium
 
16.1
mg
2
%
Iron
 
0.2
mg
1
%
Magnesium
 
9.4
mg
2
%
Zinc
 
0.1
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.