Peach Lemonade
Peach Lemonade is sweet, tangy, and super simple. All you need are ripe peaches, lemons, water, and a bit of sugar.
Servings: 6 glasses
Cost: $7.12
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 cups water (filtered if possible)
- 2 cups peeled and coarsely chopped peaches
- 3/4 up to 1 cup granulated sugar see note 1
- 4 to 6 large lemons (3/4 cup lemon juice)
- Serving suggestions see note 2
Instructions
- In a medium pot, combine the water, peaches, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 2–4 minutes or until peaches are tender.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool for 5–10 minutes. Carefully transfer to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher or bowl, discarding solids or saving them for smoothies.
- Stir in 3/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice. Cover and chill for 2–3 hours or until cold.
- Fill glasses with ice and pour in the Peach Lemonade. Garnish with lemon slices, peach slices, or mint if desired.
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Notes
Note 1: Adjust sugar to taste. If your peaches are very sweet, use ¾ cup sugar. If they’re less sweet, use 1 cup.
Note 2: Garnish with lemon slices, peach slices, or fresh mint, if desired.
Storage: Store in an airtight container or pitcher in the fridge for up to 3 days. Stir well before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 157kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.05g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 96mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 169IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.2mg