Limoonada Recipe

Experience the authentic, refreshing taste of Middle Eastern lemonade! This recipe, inspired by Christine Osborne's 'Middle Eastern Food and Drink', delivers a uniquely tart and invigorating beverage, unlike overly sweet lemonades. Perfect for hot days, this recipe is easily customizable – use all lemons, all limes, or a combination for your perfect balance. Discover the subtle floral notes of orange blossom water (easily found in specialty grocery stores). This isn't your grandma's lemonade – it's a vibrant, tangy taste of the Middle East!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 115.6 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (7 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Limoonada

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How to Make Limoonada

  1. In a large pitcher, combine 1 cup fresh lemon juice (or a mix of lemon and lime juice), 1/4 cup orange blossom water, and 1/4 cup water.
  2. Add sugar or simple syrup to taste (start with 2-4 tablespoons and adjust to your preference). Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  3. Fill the pitcher with ice.
  4. Serve in glasses filled with ice. Top each glass with 3-4 ounces of club soda or your preferred sparkling water.
  5. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

48g

Fat

1g

Carbs

11g