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Strawberry Lemonade Slushie

Strawberry Lemonade Slushie

Strawberry Lemonade Slushie is a refreshingly tangy and fruity icy drink perfect for hot summer days. It blends fresh strawberries and lemons with simple syrup and ice cubes into a thirst-quenching, easy-to-make slushie that can be customized for sweetness and enjoyed by both kids and adults.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Fresh Fruit

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, washed, hulled, and sliced
  • 2 fresh lemons, juiced (remove seeds)

Sweetener

  • 1/2 cup simple syrup (equal parts sugar and water, cooled) or sugar to taste

Ice and Liquids

  • 2 cups ice cubes
  • 1/4 cup cold water, plus more if needed

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Strawberries and Lemons: Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice them to help the blender process smoothly. Roll the lemons on the counter to maximize juice extraction, then halve and juice them carefully, removing any seeds.
  2. Make Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine equal parts sugar and water. Heat gently while stirring until the sugar completely dissolves. Let the syrup cool before using to avoid gritty crystals.
  3. Blend Ingredients: Add the sliced strawberries, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup (or your preferred sweetener), ice cubes, and a splash of cold water into a blender. Pulse and blend until you achieve a thick, slushy consistency.
  4. Adjust Sweetness and Texture: Taste your slushie and add more simple syrup or lemon juice as desired to balance sweetness and tartness. If the texture is too thick, blend in additional water to loosen it.
  5. Serve Immediately: Pour the slushie into tall glasses and garnish with a fresh strawberry or lemon wedge for a colorful, inviting presentation.

Notes

  • Use frozen strawberries to reduce the amount of ice needed and achieve a richer flavor and smoother texture.
  • Chill your serving glasses in the freezer beforehand for an extra refreshing experience.
  • Pulse when blending to avoid overheating the fruit and maintain the perfect slush texture.
  • Add ice gradually to control thickness without diluting the flavor.
  • Always use freshly squeezed lemon juice rather than bottled for the brightest, most natural taste.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Beverages
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 glass (about 12 oz)
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Strawberry lemonade, Slushie, Summer drink, Refreshing beverage, Fruit slushie, Healthy drink