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How To Make The Best Healthy Homemade Lemonade
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Food
How To Make The Best Healthy Homemade Lemonade
Despite the best efforts of other icy bevvies, lemonade reigns supreme as the ultimate summer drink.
Crisp, cool, and delightfully tart, this citrus classic is a fan-favourite for those young and old. Although, admittedly, it does have a tendency to lean a little sweet.
If you’re looking for a lighter option with the same refreshing taste, try making a few simple swaps to your favourite summer recipe.
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We love this recipe for a burst of homey, fair-style flavour. It makes one large serving, so feel free to double (or triple) it to share the lemony love.
Looking for more at-home drink recipes to cool off this summer? Learn our top tips for making cold brew and three easy ways to whip up iced tea.
Healthy lemonade recipe
Ingredients
- 1 large lemon
- ¼ cup your sweetener of choice*
- 2 cups still or sparkling water
- 1 cup ice
*The recipe uses granulated sugar, but feel free to swap it out for stevia or monk fruit for a low-sugar option. If you’d prefer to sweeten your lemonade with maple syrup, agave or honey (an editor-approved favourite!), ensure you melt it with a few tablespoons of hot water to avoid sticky clumps.
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Method
1. Slice your lemon up into six pieces
2. In a large glass or container, muddle your lemon and sweetener together until it’s a thick, jammy texture. If you don’t have a muddler on hand, use the back of a wooden spoon to crush the lemons.
3. Add the ice and lemons. Shake or stir your lemonade to mix it all up.
4. Serve with a slice of lemon. Enjoy!
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