Description
A refreshing Middle Eastern lemonade blended with fresh mint, lemon juice, and ice, perfect for hot days or as a vibrant party drink.
Ingredients
- Fresh Mint Leaves: 1 cup packed
- Lemon Juice: ½ cup freshly squeezed
- Sugar: ⅓ cup
- Cold Water: 2 cups
- Ice Cubes: 2 cups
- Lemon Slices: for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Ensure the blender is clean and lemons and water are chilled.
- Combine Ingredients: In a blender, add mint leaves, lemon juice, sugar, cold water, and ice cubes.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Have a pitcher or carafe ready for serving.
- Assemble the Dish: Blend until smooth, frothy, and bright green.
- Cook to Perfection: No cooking needed, but adjust lemon or sugar as desired after blending.
- Finishing Touches: Pour into glasses and garnish with lemon slices and mint.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately with a straw for maximum refreshment.
Notes
- Use chilled ingredients for best results.
- Strain after blending if you prefer a smoother texture.
- Try adding cucumber, berries, or sparkling water for variations.
- Freeze leftovers into popsicles or ice cubes for a future treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg