Vegetarian Kiwi Lime Lemonade
This vibrant, fruit-forward drink is the kind of thing that makes a regular afternoon feel like a special occasion. Four ripe kiwis get blended and strained into a silky green base, then layered with fresh-squeezed lemon and lime juice for a citrus punch that's bright, tangy, and completely refreshing. A quick maple syrup simple syrup ties everything together with just the right touch of sweetness — no refined sugar, no artificial anything. The whole thing finishes with a pour of chilled sparkling water, so every glass has that satisfying fizz. It's easy to dial in to your taste, too — a little extra lemon if you want more pucker, a splash more syrup if you're leaning sweet. Whether you're serving it at a backyard gathering or just treating yourself on a hot day, this is the kind of homemade lemonade that makes store-bought feel like a serious downgrade.
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4 servings
For the simple syrup
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup water
For the kiwi base
- 4 ripe kiwis, peeled and roughly chopped
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 3–4 lemons)
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice (from about 2–3 limes)
- 1 cup cold water
To finish
- 2 cups sparkling water, chilled
For serving
- ice, for serving
- kiwi slices or lime wheels, for garnish (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 the heat and let cool for 10–15 minutes until no longer steaming.
- 2
Add the chopped kiwi to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth, about 30 seconds.
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