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Blueberry Lemonade

Refreshing Blueberry Lemonade for Your Summer Sips

Delight in this refreshing Blueberry Lemonade, perfect for summer gatherings. Simple ingredients blend sweet and tangy flavors for a thirst-quenching treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Blueberry Base
  • 1 cup Fresh Blueberries Always opt for ripe, fresh blueberries for the best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Use freshly squeezed juice for optimal zest.
For the Beverage
  • 3 cups Cold Water Adjust based on preference for a stronger or milder flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Adjust sweetness to taste; can substitute with honey or agave syrup.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • fine mesh strainer
  • measuring cup
  • Pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine fresh blueberries and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir and cook for about 7 minutes until the blueberries burst.
  2. Remove from heat and strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a measuring cup, pressing with a spoon to extract juice.
  3. Pour the strained blueberry juice into a large pitcher. Add cold water and stir in sugar to taste until dissolved.
  4. Chill the Blueberry Lemonade in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Serve over ice and garnish with mint leaves, lemon slices, or extra blueberries if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, allow the Blueberry Lemonade to chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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