Low Iodine Fresh Kiwi Lime Lemonade
Bright, tropical, and genuinely refreshing, this kiwi lime lemonade is the kind of drink that makes you feel like summer arrived early. Fresh kiwis are blended and strained into a smooth, vibrant juice that pairs beautifully with the tartness of real lemon and lime — no shortcuts, no concentrates. Maple syrup stands in as the sweetener here, which is a smart move since it keeps things naturally sweetened without any of the additives found in processed sugars or flavored syrups that can sneak unwanted ingredients into your glass. Every component in this recipe is a whole, simple ingredient, which makes it genuinely easy to follow a low-iodine approach without feeling like you're missing out. The straining step gives the final drink a clean, smooth texture that feels polished and almost restaurant-worthy. Serve it over a big pile of ice with a few lime slices and fresh mint, and it looks as good as it tastes. This is the kind of recipe you'll want to keep on rotation all season long.
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4 servings
For the simple syrup
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup water
For the lemonade
- 4 medium kiwis, peeled and roughly chopped
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 4 lemons)
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice (from about 3 limes)
- 3 cups cold water
For serving
- ice cubes, for serving
- lime slices, for serving (optional)
- fresh mint leaves, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the maple syrup and 1/4 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the syrup is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 15 minutes until no longer warm to the touch.
- 2
Add the chopped kiwi to a blender and blend on high until completely smooth, about 30 seconds.
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