Mint Lemonade

Quench your thirst with this delightful Mint Lemonade, a refreshing blend of zesty lemons and aromatic fresh mint leaves. Perfect for warm days, this recipe combines a homemade mint-infused simple syrup with freshly squeezed lemon juice and icy cold water for a revitalizing drink that's as vibrant as it is delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make beverage offers a harmonious balance of sweetness and tanginess, enhanced by the cooling notes of mint. Garnished with sprigs of mint and slices of lemon, it’s not only a treat for your taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or simply relaxing at home, this Mint Lemonade is the ultimate summer refreshment.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Fresh mint leaves
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 cups Water
• 4 whole Lemons
• 4 cups Cold water
• 2 cups Ice cubes
• 2 sprigs Mint sprigs
• 4 slices Lemon slices

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine 0.5 cups of granulated sugar and 2 cups of water. Heat over medium heat until the sugar has fully dissolved, stirring occasionally. This creates a simple syrup. Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.

Step 2

Juice the 4 lemons to yield about 0.75 cups of fresh lemon juice. Strain the juice to remove seeds and pulp, if desired.

Step 3

In a blender, combine 0.5 cups of fresh mint leaves and the cooled simple syrup. Blend until the mint is finely pureed and well incorporated.

Step 4

In a large pitcher, combine the mint simple syrup, fresh lemon juice, and 4 cups of cold water. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Add 2 cups of ice cubes to the pitcher to chill the lemonade.

Step 6

Garnish with mint sprigs and lemon slices for a vibrant, decorative touch.

Step 7

Serve immediately in glasses filled with additional ice if desired. Enjoy your refreshing Mint Lemonade!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2387 grams (2387.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	531

Total Fat 2.00g	3%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 67mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate 141.20g	51%
Dietary Fiber 17.10g	61%
Total Sugars 112.50g
Protein 9.10g	18%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 513mg	39%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 1141mg	24%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.9%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 91.2%