Tree Nut Free Fresh Kiwi Lime Lemonade
Bright, tangy, and genuinely refreshing, this lemonade takes the classic summer drink and gives it a tropical twist with fresh kiwi and a double hit of citrus from both lemon and lime. The kiwi gets blended smooth and strained through a fine-mesh sieve, so you get all that vivid green flavor without any pulpy texture in your glass. A quick maple syrup simple syrup keeps things naturally sweetened and completely free from any nut-based ingredients or hidden additives you might find in flavored store-bought drinks. Everything here is whole fruit and pantry staples, so there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your cup. The result is a gorgeous, jewel-toned pitcher drink that's as pretty as it is thirst-quenching — perfect over a big pile of ice with a few mint leaves on top. It's the kind of drink that disappears fast at a backyard gathering, so you might want to make a double batch.
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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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