Description
Cool off with this Frozen Mint Lemonade recipe, a refreshing Middle Eastern-inspired drink perfect for hot summer days. Made with freshly squeezed lemon juice, fresh mint, and a hint of sweetness, this slushy beverage is a delightful non-alcoholic option for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Frozen Mint Lemonade:
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar (or to taste)
- 2 cups cold water
- 3 cups ice cubes
Garnish:
- Lemon slices and mint sprigs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: In a high-speed blender, combine lemon juice, mint leaves, sugar, cold water, and ice. Blend on high until smooth and slushy.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste and adjust sweetness as needed with more sugar or water.
- Serve: Pour into glasses and garnish with lemon slices and mint sprigs. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use honey or a natural sweetener instead of sugar.
- For extra refreshment, freeze lemon juice into ice cubes for use in the drink.
- Great for hot summer days or as a party refresher.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
