Kiwi Lemonade
Kiwi lemonade is a vibrant and refreshing drink that combines the tartness of lemon with the sweet, tropical flavor of kiwi. It’s a naturally colorful, vitamin-rich beverage perfect for sunny days or fruity refreshment anytime.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10–40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Global
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 4 ripe kiwis, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)
- 3 cups water (still or sparkling, divided)
- 3–4 tbsp sugar, honey, or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- Ice cubes (for serving)
- Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
- Kiwi slices (optional, for garnish)
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a blender, combine chopped kiwis, lemon juice, sweetener of choice, and 1.5 cups of water.
- Blend until smooth. If desired, strain through a fine mesh sieve for a smoother drink.
- Pour the kiwi-lemon mixture into a pitcher and stir in the remaining water.
- Taste and adjust sweetness to your liking.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or serve immediately over ice.
- Garnish with lemon slices, kiwi rounds, and fresh mint if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor.
- Straining the blended kiwi is optional but recommended for a smoother texture.
- Adjust sweetness based on your preference and the ripeness of the kiwis.
- For a slushie version, blend with ice instead of serving over it.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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