Description
A refreshing summer drink made with fresh strawberries and lemon juice, perfect for gatherings or a simple treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 5–6 lemons)
- 1/2 cup honey, agave, or sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup ice (plus more for serving)
- 4 cups water, divided
- 4 strawberries, halved
- Fresh mint or basil, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Add the lemon juice, honey/agave/sugar, ice, and 2 cups of water to a blender.
- Blend on low speed until the sweetener fully dissolves, about 1 minute.
- Add the halved strawberries and pulse a few times to roughly chop them.
- Pour in the remaining 2 cups water and give it a quick pulse or stir.
- Serve over ice right away, or refrigerate until cold.
Notes
For a cleaner pour, strain after blending (optional). Adjust sweetener based on the sweetness of strawberries.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American