Low Iodine Classic Limeade
Bright, tangy, and endlessly refreshing, this homemade limeade is the kind of drink that makes a hot afternoon feel instantly better. It starts with a quick simple syrup ā just sugar and water ā which dissolves smoothly and gives the limeade a clean, balanced sweetness without any additives or preservatives to worry about. Fresh lime juice is the real star here, strained to remove seeds and pulp so every sip is silky and pure. For anyone navigating iodine restrictions, this recipe is a natural fit: it relies entirely on whole, unprocessed ingredients with no salt, dairy, or packaged shortcuts that could introduce hidden iodine sources. The result is a pitcher of something genuinely delicious that you can pour freely and share with confidence. Serve it over ice with a few lime slices for a presentation that looks far fancier than the effort involved.
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4 servings
For the simple syrup
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
For the limeade
- 1 cup fresh lime juice (from about 8ā10 limes)
- 3 cups cold water
For serving
- ice, for serving
- lime slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sugar and 1 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 3ā4 minutes. Remove from the heat and let the syrup cool for 15 minutes until it reaches room temperature.
- 2
Juice the limes through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher, discarding any seeds and pulp, until you have 1 cup of fresh lime juice.
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