Mixpert reviewed recipe
Fresh Strawberry Lemonade
Blended strawberries add color and real fruit flavor, while fresh lemon keeps this summer pitcher bright instead of candy-sweet.
Ready in15 minMakes4 servingsCalories90Total sugar20g
Zero proofStep by step
Make it like a pro.
- 01
Stir sugar into the hot water until dissolved, then cool briefly.
- 02
Blend strawberries with one cup cold water until smooth and strain if desired.
- 03
Combine strawberry purée, lemon juice, syrup, remaining water, and ice in a pitcher; taste and adjust with water.
Easy swaps
- Use three tablespoons sugar plus a zero-calorie sweetener to cut added sugar by about half.
- Replace one cup cold water with sparkling water immediately before serving.
Mixpert tips
- Straining is optional; leaving the seeds adds texture and fiber.
- Taste after adding ice because dilution softens both sweetness and acidity.
Fresh Strawberry Lemonade questions
Can I use frozen strawberries for lemonade?+
Yes. Thaw them first so they blend smoothly and release their juice.
How long does strawberry lemonade keep?+
Refrigerate it in a covered pitcher for up to three days and stir before serving.
