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Homemade Lemonade

Homemade Lemonade

Devashish
This refreshing homemade lemonade recipe takes just 10 minutes to bring sunshine to your glass. With only 232 calories per serving and packed with vitamin C, it's a delightful alternative to store-bought versions.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Beverages
Servings 7
Calories 232 kcal

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Fine mesh sieve
  • 2-quart pitcher

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh lemon juice about 6-8 lemons
  • 4 1/2-5 cups water divided

Instructions
 

  • Combine sugar and 2 cups water in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil and stir until sugar has dissolved.
  • Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
  • Strain the lemon juice through a fine-mesh sieve into a 2-quart pitcher.
  • Add simple syrup and stir to combine. Refrigerate until cold.
  • When ready to serve, add 2 ½ cups of cold water and stir. Taste, and add more water if it's too sweet.
  • Serve over ice, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 232kcalCarbohydrates: 61gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 17mgPotassium: 55mgFiber: 1gSugar: 58gVitamin A: 3IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 1mg
Keyword citrus, fresh-squeezed, refreshing, summer drink
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