Description
Tart and Sweet Strawberry Limeade is a refreshing drink that perfectly balances the sweetness of ripe strawberries with the tangy zest of lime. This homemade beverage is incredibly simple to prepare, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, picnics, or a cozy afternoon at home. With fresh ingredients and customizable flavors, this delightful drink can be enjoyed year-round. Whether served in elegant glassware for a formal event or in mason jars for a casual outdoor gathering, this strawberry limeade will impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ½ cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1 ½ cups freshly squeezed lime juice
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- To make the simple syrup, combine ½ cup sugar and ½ cup water in a small saucepan. Heat over medium until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Wash and hull the strawberries before slicing them into smaller pieces for easier blending.
- In a blender, combine the sliced strawberries with 1 ½ cups freshly squeezed lime juice and the cooled simple syrup. Blend until smooth.
- If desired, strain the mixture to remove pulp for a smoother drink.
- Serve over ice in glasses and garnish with fresh strawberry slices or lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg