This sweet and sour strawberry pink lemonade is a delicious and refreshing drink to enjoy this summer. Made with fresh strawberries and lemons, it's easy to make and comes together pretty quickly too.
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I've always loved the way strawberries and lemons pair well together. They're a sweet and sour combo of tangy freshness and go great together in drinks, food, desserts, and more.
This strawberry lemonade is easy to make, which is a huge plus for why I love it. But I also love that it uses fresh berries and lemons because the pink lemonade I can buy in powdered form at the store never tastes like the drink I have in mind.
This drink though, hits every note perfectly. With not a lot of added sugar, the real fruits can shine through. The only issue is that I can never make a big enough batch in my pitcher because I have to share with the other lemonade lovers over here.
If you love lemonade, make sure to check out our Orange Lemonade, Single Serving Lemonade, and Pickle Lemonade.
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💛 Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Simple ingredients. Made with basic ingredients, this lemonade recipe is very simple and easy to throw together. A fun twist on Old Fashioned Lemonade, this fruity drink is flavorful and delicious.
- Quick to make. Just a few moments in the kitchen and you'll have a pitcher full of lemonade ready to drink.
- Easy to double. Have a larger pitcher and looking to make enough for a party or to last a few days? Don't worry because this recipe is very easy to double or even triple as needed.
🛒 Ingredients
Strawberries- You will need some fresh strawberries to give us a delicious fresh taste and pink color (two things that Strawberry Pink Lemonade is known for).
Lemons- Use freshly squeezed lemons or lemon juice concentrate, depending on what you have on hand. Make sure to save some lemons for Blue Raspberry Lemonade and Creamy Lemonade.
Sugar- Adding in granulated sugar will help to cut down on the acidic taste and give us a better flavor profile.
See the recipe card below for full ingredients and instructions.
💰 Budget-Friendly Tips
Frozen strawberries: Use frozen strawberries when fresh ones are out of season to lower costs.
Lemon juice option: Bottled lemon juice can be used for part or all of the lemon juice if fresh lemons are expensive.
Ice it down: Serve over ice to make the lemonade last longer without needing extra ingredients.
🥄 Instructions for Strawberry Pink Lemonade
Step 1: Place one cup of water and one cup of sugar into a pot over medium heat (Image 1).
Step 2: Cook until the sugar has dissolved and then set aside to cool (Image 2).
Step 3: Wash your strawberries (Image 3).
Step 4: Remove the tops and quarter them (Image 4).
Step 5: Place the berries into a blender or food processor (Image 5).
Step 6: Puree until smooth (Image 6).
Step 7: Run the strawberries through a sieve (Images 7&8) *Optional
This will help to remove the pulp and some of the seeds (but not all of them).
Step 8: Add your strawberry puree to a pitcher (Image 9).
Step 9: Add in the lemon juice and sugar water (Image 10).
Step 10: Add your ice cubes (Image 11).
Step 11: Add in the remaining 4 cups of water (Image 12).
Step 12: Stir to combine.
Serve cold and enjoy!
👩🏻🍳 Expert Tips
- Microwave Simple Syrup: If you prefer to avoid using the stovetop, consider making Microwave Simple Syrup as an alternative method.
- Maximizing Lemon Juice: To extract more juice from fresh lemons, try microwaving them for 10-30 seconds. Then, before cutting them in half, roll them back and forth on the counter while applying gentle pressure. This technique can help maximize the amount of juice obtained from the lemons.
❄️ Storage and Make Ahead
Storage: Store strawberry pink lemonade in a covered pitcher or airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Make Ahead: The sugar syrup and strawberry puree can be prepared a day ahead and stored separately, then combined with lemon juice and water before serving.
🥗 Side Dishes or Pairing Ideas
This strawberry pink lemonade pairs well with summer salads, sandwiches, grilled foods, picnic dishes, fruit trays, or served alongside desserts for warm weather gatherings.
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❓ Recipe FAQs
Yes, you can! If you don't have real lemons on hand you can use concentrate in a pinch. You can also use it to bring the fresh lemon juice up to the required measurement so you can keep that strong lemon flavor.
Unfortunately no. A lot of the store-bought pink lemonade is actually just lemonade with added flavorings or food coloring.
As you can see this juice is all-natural with no added ingredients and the color isn't exactly pink colored. This is because yellow lemons and red strawberries make orange, not pink- but you have to admit it's a pretty color nonetheless.
Yes, you could. This may actually work in your favor as they will blend easily and help to keep the lemonade chilled longer.
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📖 Recipe
Strawberry Pink Lemonade
Equipment
- Blender or Food Processor
Ingredients
- 1 cup water - ($0.00)
- 1 cup granulated sugar - ($0.36)
- 2 cups fresh strawberries - ($2.24)
- 1 cup lemon juice (about 5 to 6 large lemons) - ($0.88)
- 4 cups cold water
- Ice cubes as needed - ($0.00)
Instructions
- Make Simple Syrup: Add 1 cup of water and the sugar to a saucepan over medium heat. Cook until the sugar has fully dissolved, then remove from heat and allow to cool.
- Prep the Strawberries: Wash the strawberries, remove the stems, and cut them into quarters.
- Blend: Add the strawberries to a blender or food processor and puree until smooth.
- Strain Optional: For a smoother lemonade, pour the strawberry puree through a sieve to remove some pulp and seeds.
- Assemble: Add the strawberry puree to a large pitcher. Pour in the cooled sugar water and lemon juice.
- Add Water and Ice: Add the remaining 4 cups of cold water and ice cubes to taste.
- Stir & Serve: Stir well to combine. Serve cold.
Notes
- Juicing Tip: For maximum juice, microwave lemons for 10 to 30 seconds, then roll them firmly on the counter before cutting and squeezing.
- Lemon Options: Lemon concentrate may be used if fresh lemons are unavailable, or to supplement fresh juice to reach the full measurement.
- Texture Choice: Straining the strawberry puree creates a smoother drink but is optional.
- Storage: Store lemonade covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir before serving.
Nutritional Information
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