Refreshing Lebanese Mint Lemonade
A refreshing and zesty Lebanese Mint Lemonade that is perfect for hot summer days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Lebanese
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Fresh Lemons (about 6-8 lemons)
- Fresh Mint Leaves (1 cup packed)
- Granulated Sugar (3/4 cup)
- Water (4 cups)
- Ice (as needed)
Instructions
- Juice those lemons: Start by squeezing the juice from your fresh lemons, ensuring to remove any seeds.
- Prep the mint: Rinse your fresh mint leaves under cold water to remove any grit and chop them roughly.
- Make the simple syrup: In a small saucepan, mix one cup of water with the sugar and bring to a simmer over medium heat until dissolved.
- Blend away: In your blender, combine the lemon juice, mint leaves, the simple syrup, and remaining water and blend until smooth.
- Strain (optional): If you prefer a smoother drink, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve.
- Serve it up: Pour your Limonana into a pitcher and chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving over ice.
- Garnish & enjoy: Add a sprig of fresh mint and a lemon wheel for garnish before serving.
Notes
Serve in tall chilled glasses with a cute straw or a sprig of mint for an elevated presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Mint Lemonade, Lebanese Drink, Summer Refreshments, Limonana, Non-Alcoholic Beverages