Fresh Lemon Recipe

Quench your thirst with this incredibly easy and refreshing homemade lemonade recipe! Made with fresh lemons and bubbly 7-up (or diet 7-up for a guilt-free treat!), this vibrant drink is perfect for a hot day or any occasion. It's so simple, you'll be making it again and again!

Prep Time 3 mins
Cook Time 3 mins
Calories 113.3 kcal
Protein 2g
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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fresh Lemon

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How to Make Fresh Lemon

  1. Wash 1-2 lemons thoroughly under cold running water.
  2. Cut each lemon in half, then slice into 6-8 wedges.
  3. Juice 2-3 lemon wedges (about 2 tablespoons of juice) into a tall glass.
  4. Add the squeezed lemon wedges to the glass.
  5. Add 6-8 ice cubes to the glass.
  6. Fill the glass with 7-up or diet 7-up (about 8 ounces).
  7. Stir gently and enjoy your delicious homemade lemonade immediately!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

82g

Fat

0g

Carbs

11g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Fresh Lemon?

Fresh Lemon takes about 6 minutes from start to finish — roughly 3 minutes to prepare and 3 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Fresh Lemon?

Fresh Lemon has approximately 113.3 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Fresh Lemon?

The key ingredients for Fresh Lemon are 7 Up, Lemon, 6-8 ice cubes. See the full list with measurements above.

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