Strawberry Lemonade Recipe

Course: Drinks

Ingredients

• 2 cups / 300 g fresh strawberries, hulled (remove the green tops)
• ¾ cup / 150 g granulated sugar
• 1 cup / 240 ml water (for the syrup)
• ¾ cup / 180 ml fresh lemon juice (about 4 lemons)
• 3 cups / 720 ml cold water
• Ice cubes, to serve
• Extra strawberries and lemon slices, to garnish

Instructions

1. Make the sugar syrup: In a small saucepan, stir the sugar and 1 cup of water over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from the heat and let it cool.
2. Blend the strawberries: Add the hulled strawberries and the cooled syrup to a blender. Blend until completely smooth.
3. Add the lemon juice: Pour in the fresh lemon juice and blend for a few seconds to combine.
4. Strain if you like: For a smoother lemonade, pour the mixture through a fine sieve into a large jug, pressing down with a spoon to get all the juice.
5. Add the cold water: Stir in the 3 cups of cold water and taste. Add a little more sugar or lemon juice if needed.
6. Serve over ice: Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour in the lemonade and garnish with extra strawberry slices and lemon wedges.

What to serve with it

• Grilled sandwiches
• Chicken or fish dishes
• Picnic snacks
• Fresh fruit and salads

Tips

• Use ripe, sweet strawberries for the best flavour.
• Add sparkling water instead of still water for a fizzy version.
• Mint leaves also taste great in this lemonade.
• Leftovers: Keep in the fridge for up to 2 days. Stir well before serving, as the strawberry pulp may settle at the bottom.