This refreshing drink combines sweet strawberries with tangy lime juice for a perfect alcohol-free beverage. The simple recipe makes 4 servings in about 15 minutes.
John
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Total Time 10 minutesminutes
Serving Size 5
Equipment
Blender
Fine-mesh strainer
Measuring cups and spoons
Pitcher
4 Tall glasses
Ice cube tray
Citrus juicer
Cutting Board
Sharp knife
Ingredients
2cupsfresh strawberrieshulled and chopped
1cupfresh lime juiceabout 8-10 limes
1/2cupsimple syrup
4cupscold water
Ice cubes
Fresh strawberry slices for garnish
Lime wheels for garnish
Fresh mint leavesoptional
Instructions
Add strawberries to a blender and blend until smooth.
Strain the strawberry puree through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher.
Pour in the lime juice, simple syrup, and cold water. Then, stir the mixture well until combined.
Fill tall glasses with ice cubes.
Pour the strawberry limeade into each glass.
Garnish with strawberry slices, lime wheels, and mint leaves if desired.
Notes
Store leftover limeade in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.For a sweeter drink, add more simple syrup one tablespoon at a time.Replace fresh strawberries with frozen ones when fresh aren't in season.Make simple syrup by heating equal parts water and sugar until dissolved, then cool completely.Strain the mixture twice for a smoother texture.