Fresh Squeezed Lemonade

Prep: 10 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A refreshing and tangy homemade lemonade with bright lemon flavor, perfect for hot days and gatherings. Its balance of sweet and citrusy notes makes it a crowd-pleaser for all ages, ideal for summer picnics, parties, or casual sipping on a sunny afternoon.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup boiling water
  • 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind
  • 1 1/2 cups lemon juice
  • 5 cups cold water
  • lemon slices

Instructions

  1. Combine sugar and boiling water, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  2. Add grated lemon rind, lemon juice, and cold water.
  3. Mix well and chill.
  4. Serve over ice.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

153 kcal 8% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.4g 9% DV
Total Fat 2.9g 4% DV
Carbs 28.1g 10% DV
Fiber 2.5g 9% DV
Sugar 6.8g 14% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 64.5mg 3% DV
Potassium 154.8mg 3% DV
Cholesterol 55.3mg 18% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 0.8mcg
Vitamin C 10mg 11% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 42mg 3% DV
Iron 1.4mg 8% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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