Fresh Cherry Lemonade
This thirst-quenching pink lemonade recipe uses fresh cherries for the pretty pink hue and light flavor. If you like, add a splash of vodka, bourbon or rum to transform this healthy lemonade recipe into a refreshing summer cocktail.
Servings
4 servings
Prep Time
15 minutes
Total Time
15 minutes
Ingredients
- 2cups sweet cherries, pitted, plus whole cherries for garnish
- 1/2cup lemon juice
- 1/3cup sugar
- 2 1/2cups cold water
- Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Combine cherries, lemon juice and sugar in a blender. Puree until smooth. Strain through a fine sieve into a pitcher. Stir in water. Serve over ice, garnished with lemon and cherries.
Tips
Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days; stir before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 4 servings)
| Calories | 124kcal |
|---|---|
| Carbohydrate Total | 32g |
| Total Sugars | 30g |
| Added Sugars | 17g |
| Fiber | 0g |
| Total Fat | 0g |
| Saturated Fat | 0g |
| Mono Saturated Fat | 0g |
| Cholesterol | 0mg |
| Sodium | 11mg |
| Protein | 0g |
| Potassium | 191mg |
| Calcium | 21mg |
| Folate | 6mcg |
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