When I think of the summertime, one of the first things that I think about is drinking lemonade, as a kid, with my friends. From starting lemonade stands to enjoying a homemade afternoon treat, lemonade is a sweet and nostalgic drink that is quintessentially summertime. So, I figured it was time for lemonade to get a healthy (and grownup) twist! My 5 Minute Healthy Raspberry Lemonade Refresher is sweet, creamy, and made with just a few simple ingredients, for a treat that everyone- kids and adults alike- will enjoy!
Equipment
- 1 Blender My favorite blender to use to make this refresher is my Vitamix! I use it every single day and it hasn't failed me yet.
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Fresh Lemon Juice this is the juice of about 6 lemons
- 3 Tablespoons Maple Syrup or Honey if you like a sweeter drink, you can increase the amount to 1/4 cup
- 2 Cups Coconut Water
- ½ Cup Freeze Dried Raspberries or strawberries
- 2 Sprigs Fresh Mint optional; for garnishing
Instructions
- Start by slicing your lemons in half and juicing them. I like to juice them into a small bowl or glass, so that I can remove the seeds, if needed.
- Next, transfer the juice into your blender, and add in the maple syrup or honey, coconut water, and the freeze-dried raspberries (or strawberries!).
- Blend until it is smooth- this should take approximately 30-45 seconds.
- Once it’s done, add a handful of ice cubes to your glass and pour your refresher on top.
- Top with a garnish of mint, if desired, then serve and enjoy!
Calories: 170kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 257mg | Potassium: 844mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 60IU | Vitamin C: 61mg | Calcium: 108mg | Iron: 1mg
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