Mushroom Free Fresh Kiwi Lime Lemonade
Bright, tropical, and refreshingly tart, this homemade lemonade blends the floral sweetness of fresh kiwi with a double hit of citrus from both lemons and limes. The result is a vibrant green-tinged drink that tastes like summer in a glass. A quick maple syrup simple syrup ties everything together with a natural, mellow sweetness that lets the fruit flavors shine without overpowering them. Blending and straining the kiwi is the secret move here — it gives you all that gorgeous flavor and color while keeping the texture silky smooth. Every single ingredient in this recipe is whole, plant-based, and completely free from any fungi-derived additives, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden extras. It's an easy crowd-pleaser that works just as well for a backyard gathering as it does for a quiet afternoon on the porch. Garnish with a few lime slices and fresh mint and it looks almost too pretty to drink — almost.
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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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