Blueberry Lemonade Recipe: Refreshing Homemade Drink
A vibrant, naturally sweet beverage combining fresh blueberries, tangy lemon juice, and cold water. This easy American recipe delivers antioxidant-rich flavor, perfect for summer refreshment. Adjust sweetness to suit your taste.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 130kcal
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 4 large lemons, juiced and zested
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups cold water
- Ice cubes for serving
- Optional: 1-2 sprigs fresh mint for garnish
Instructions
- Juice the lemons and finely zest the rinds
- Combine blueberries, sugar, and 2 cups of cold water in a saucepan
- Simmer 5 minutes until blueberries soften and sugar dissolves
- Cool, then transfer to a blender and puree until smooth
- Strain through a fine-mesh sieve for a smooth texture
- Stir in lemon juice and zest
- Refrigerate 30 minutes to chill
- Serve in glasses filled with ice cubes
Notes
Use frozen blueberries directly in the blender for extra thickness
Adjust sugar level to acidity depending on lemon tartness
Can substitute 1/4 cup honey for sugar
Store in the fridge for up to 3 days
Adjust sugar level to acidity depending on lemon tartness
Can substitute 1/4 cup honey for sugar
Store in the fridge for up to 3 days
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 130kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 15mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 19g