Classic Homemade Lemonade Recipe
Lemonade is the perfect summer drink that is incredibly tasty and refreshing. This super easy homemade Lemonade recipe requires only 3 simple ingredients and has the perfect balance!
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cup white granulated sugar
- 1 cup water for simple syrup
- 1 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 3 cups cold water
Equipment
Method
- First, make the simple syrup by combining the sugar and 1 cup of water into small saucepan. Bring to a simmer until the sugar dissolves completely, then remove from heat and set aside.
- While the water heats up for the simple syrup, juice about 5-6 lemons until you get 1 cup of juice. After the simple syrup has cooled, combine with the juice and water into a serving pitcher. Add more water depending on your preference, and refrigerate for 45 minutes.
- Serve over ice with sliced lemons.
Nutrition
Calories255kcalCarbohydrates67gProtein1gFat1gSaturated Fat1gSodium13mgPotassium64mgFiber1gSugar64gVitamin A4IUVitamin C24mgCalcium11mgIron1mg