Description
This Refreshing Pineapple Lemonade is a delightful tropical twist on a classic summer drink. Made with fresh pineapple, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of sweetness, it’s a perfect thirst-quencher for hot days.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Pineapple Lemonade:
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks (or canned, drained)
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
- ½ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 3 cups cold water
- 1 cup ice
Garnish:
- lemon slices and pineapple wedges
- fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: In a blender, combine the pineapple chunks, lemon juice, and sugar. Blend until smooth.
- Strain Mixture: Pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a large pitcher to remove pulp.
- Add Water: Add cold water and stir well to combine. Adjust sweetness.
- Chill and Serve: Add ice, refrigerate until chilled. Serve over ice with garnishes.
Notes
- For a sparkling version, replace half the water with chilled club soda.
- Freeze pineapple chunks ahead of time for a slushier drink.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
