Walnut Free Strawberry Mint Lemonade
This vibrant, blush-pink drink is the kind of thing that makes a hot afternoon feel like a celebration. Fresh strawberries and bright lemon juice do the heavy lifting here, while a handful of mint leaves adds a cool, herbal lift that takes it well beyond basic lemonade. A quick honey simple syrup brings everything together with a natural sweetness that feels a little more interesting than plain sugar. The whole thing gets blended and strained into a pitcher, so the texture is silky smooth and completely refreshing. Tree nut concerns are a total non-issue with a recipe like this — every ingredient is straightforward fruit, fresh herbs, honey, and water, with zero hidden surprises. It's the kind of drink you'll want to keep in the fridge all week, ready to pour over ice whenever the mood strikes.
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4 servings
For the honey simple syrup
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup water
For the lemonade
- 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- ¾ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 5–6 lemons)
- 2 ½ cups cold water
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
For serving
- ice, for serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
- lemon slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the honey and 1/4 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the honey is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 10–15 minutes until no longer hot.
- 2
Add the strawberries and mint leaves to a blender along with the cooled honey syrup. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30 seconds.
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