Thirst-Quenching Limeade

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Ingredients

  • 5-1/2 cups water, divided
  • 1-1/4 cups sugar
  • 3/4 cup lemon juice (about 4 lemons)
  • 3/4 cup lime juice (about 4 limes)
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon grated lime zest
  • Ice cubes

Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan, bring 1-1/2 cups water and sugar to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes. Cool to room temperature.
  2. Transfer to a 2-qt. pitcher. Stir in juices and peels. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour. Stir in remaining water. Serve over ice.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

36 kcal 2% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 0.8g 2% DV
Total Fat 0.2g
Carbs 9.1g 3% DV
Fiber 1.2g 4% DV
Sugar 0.7g 1% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 95.5mg 4% DV
Potassium 111mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 0.5mcg
Vitamin C 10.7mg 12% DV
Calcium 14.8mg 1% DV
Iron 0.2mg 1% DV

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

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