Orange Lemonade

Quench your thirst with this vibrant and zesty Orange Lemonade, a refreshing twist on a classic summertime drink that combines the natural sweetness of freshly squeezed orange juice with the tangy brightness of lemon juice. Perfectly balanced with just the right amount of granulated sugar and chilled water, this homemade citrus beverage is as easy as it is delicious—ready in just 10 minutes! Serve it over ice for an instantly cooling treat and garnish with fresh orange and lemon slices, plus a pop of green from optional mint leaves for a touch of elegance. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or simply lounging on a sunny afternoon, this Orange Lemonade is a crowd-pleaser that captures the essence of summer in every sip. Keywords: Orange Lemonade recipe, homemade citrus lemonade, refreshing summer drink.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Freshly squeezed orange juice
• 0.5 cups Freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 4 cups Cold water
• 2 cups Ice cubes
• 4 pieces Orange slices
• 4 pieces Lemon slices
• 8 pieces Fresh mint leaves (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed orange juice and lemon juice.

Step 2

Add granulated sugar to the pitcher and stir until fully dissolved.

Step 3

Pour the cold water into the pitcher and mix well to combine.

Step 4

Refrigerate the mixture for about 20-30 minutes to chill, or serve immediately over ice cubes.

Step 5

Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and pour the orange lemonade over the ice.

Step 6

Garnish each glass with a slice of orange, a slice of lemon, and fresh mint leaves if desired.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing orange lemonade!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2146.3 grams (2146.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	632

Total Fat 1.30g	2%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 41mg	2%
Total Carbohydrate 163.60g	59%
Dietary Fiber 5.10g	18%
Total Sugars 146.00g
Protein 4.40g	9%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 149mg	11%
Iron 1mg	8%
Potassium 1097mg	23%

*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: 1.7%

Protein: 2.6%

Carbs: 95.7%