Drinks

Strawberry Lemonade

A bright, chilled lemonade made with fresh strawberries and plenty of lemon juice. It tastes clean and tangy with a soft berry sweetness, perfect over ice on a warm day.

▶Watch it madeJenny Martinez · 1:01

Ingredients

• fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced1 1/2 cups
• fresh lemon juice1/2 cup
• granulated sugar1/3 cup
• cold water2 cups
• ice cubes1 cup
• lemon slices, for serving4
• strawberries, halved, for serving4

Method

1. In a small saucepan, combine the sliced strawberries, sugar, and 1/2 cup of the water. Warm over medium heat, stirring gently, until the strawberries soften and the sugar dissolves, about 3 to 5 minutes.
2. Remove from the heat and mash the berries lightly with a spoon to release their juices. Let the mixture cool for 5 minutes, then strain through a fine sieve into a pitcher, pressing on the solids; discard the pulp if you prefer a smoother drink.
3. Add the lemon juice and remaining 1 1/2 cups cold water to the pitcher. Stir well, then taste and adjust with a little more water or sugar if needed.
4. Fill two glasses with ice, pour in the strawberry lemonade, and garnish with lemon slices and halved strawberries. Serve immediately while cold.