Low FODMAP Sweet Classic Lemonade

Total time30 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time5 min

4.9

(16)

Tart, sweet, and endlessly refreshing, this homemade lemonade is the kind of drink that makes a hot afternoon feel like a reward. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally gut-friendly — fresh lemon juice, granulated sugar, and water, with no high-fructose corn syrup, artificial sweeteners, or hidden additives that can sneak into store-bought versions and cause digestive grief. Lemon juice in moderate amounts fits comfortably within low-FODMAP guidelines, and the simple syrup is made from plain granulated sugar, which is also safe in typical serving sizes. Making the syrup from scratch takes only a few minutes on the stovetop, and the result is a silky, well-balanced base that blends beautifully with the bright citrus. The recipe even encourages you to taste and adjust the final mix, so you can dial in exactly the right balance of tart and sweet without overshooting. Served over ice with a few lemon slices or a sprig of fresh mint, it looks like something from a café menu but comes together with almost no effort.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the simple syrup

1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup water

For the lemonade

1 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 6–8 lemons)
3 cups cold water

For serving

ice, for serving
lemon slices, for serving (optional)
fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the sugar and 1 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 3–4 minutes. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool for 15 minutes until it reaches room temperature.
2
Juice the lemons through a fine-mesh strainer set over a measuring cup until you have 1 cup of strained juice, discarding any seeds and pulp.

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