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Lemonade

A refreshing and tangy beverage made from fresh lemons, sugar, and water, perfect for hot days.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice about 4-6 lemons
  • 1 cup granulated sugar adjust to taste
  • 4 cups cold water divided
  • 1 cup ice for serving

Method
 

Prepare Lemonade
  1. Juice the lemons until you have 1 cup of lemon juice.
  2. In a pitcher, combine the lemon juice and sugar. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  3. Add 4 cups of cold water to the pitcher and mix well.
  4. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if desired.
  5. Serve over ice and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 31gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 30gVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

For a flavored variation, consider adding fresh mint or berries.

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