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Minted Lemonade Recipe

This incredibly refreshing minted lemonade is a summer staple! So easy to make, yet bursting with vibrant mint and citrus flavors, it's the perfect thirst quencher for hot days. My husband can't get enough – and neither will you!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 488 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Minted Lemonade

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How to Make Minted Lemonade

  1. In a large saucepan, combine 4 cups of water, 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1 cup packed fresh mint leaves, and 4 thinly sliced oranges.
  2. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over high heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
  3. Remove from heat, cover, and let steep for 1 hour. This allows the mint and oranges to infuse their flavor into the simple syrup.
  4. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large pitcher, discarding the solids.
  5. Add 1 ½ cups of freshly squeezed lemon juice to the pitcher.
  6. Stir gently to combine.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill thoroughly before serving.
  8. Serve over ice in glasses, garnished with fresh mint sprigs and lemon wedges (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

460g

Fat

0g

Carbs

42g

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