Description
Strawberry Lemonade Slush is the perfect refreshing drink to cool down on hot summer days. This vibrant, icy treat combines the sweetness of ripe strawberries with the zesty brightness of freshly squeezed lemons. Ideal for poolside lounging or backyard barbecues, this slush is a delightful way to enjoy summer flavors in every sip. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this colorful beverage that’s sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings for something sweet and tangy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups crushed ice
- 1/2 cup water (or sparkling water for fizz)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: fresh strawberries, lemon juice, sugar, ice, and water.
- Wash and slice strawberries into halves or quarters.
- Juice the lemons to obtain about half a cup of lemon juice.
- In a blender, combine strawberries, lemon juice, sugar, ice, and water.
- Blend until smooth and slushy in texture.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary before serving.
- Pour into glasses and garnish with slices of strawberry or lemon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Freeze strawberries ahead of time for a thicker slush. - For added flavor, substitute some strawberries with raspberries or peaches. - If the slush becomes too icy after storage, blend briefly before serving.