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Easiest, Healthiest Strawberry Lemonade Ever

I’m not lying. This could quite possibly be the most delicious, easiest to make, healthiest strawberry lemonade. Ever.

Healthy Strawberry Lemonade

Apparently I’m on a lemonade roll these days. (And if you haven’t made my Rosemary Lemonade yet, what in the world are you waiting for? There’s no refined sugar and it is ohmygoodness amazing.) But seriously, what says summer better than a nice tall glass of fresh lemonade? (That cool, refreshing drink! . . . Uh oh. Thanks Dad, for your corny sense of humor. It wasn’t completely lost on me I guess!)

If you’ve visited the pick-your-own strawberry farms in the past few weeks, you’ve probably put away at least a few dozen quarts in the freezer. When I went, I ate at least half my weight in strawberries straight from the field. I then promptly decided I would never bother buying strawberries from the store again. They just have no flavor compared to these beauties!

Freshly picked strawberries

As far as being easy, you’ll see how ridiculously simple it is to make in a moment. And as far as being healthy, let’s take a gander at the ingredients:

Lemons – Chock full of vitamin C, potassium, and magnesium. Also helps to alkalize your body and promote better digestion.

Strawberries – Packed with antioxidants, vitamin C, vitamin B complex, magnesium, and fiber. They are also a low sugar fruit that even has some antiviral properties.

Stevia – A no-calorie, all-natural sweetener that won’t spike your blood sugar levels. I like SweetLeaf brand for stevia powder, but the liquid stevia is generally the best way to go to avoid added ingredients.

Pretty nice, eh? So here we go. Grab your blender and let’s get started.

Healthy Strawberry Lemonade

Strawberry Lemonade

Ingredients:

1/2 c. freshly squeezed lemon juice
6-7 frozen strawberries
3 packets stevia powder (or liquid stevia drops, to taste)
3 c. filtered water

Directions:

Place all ingredients in a blender and blend it up!

Healthy Strawberry Lemonade

Did you pick your own strawberries this year? What are your favorite strawberry recipes?

This post is linked to Real Food Wednesday, Allergy Free Wednesday

  1. Anna ( Anna's blog)

    May 16, 2012 at 12:26 pm

    What could I replace the Stevia with? Thank you for the recipe! Looks yummy!!

    1. Lori Winter

      May 16, 2012 at 12:37 pm

      Thanks Anna! Honestly, stevia is the best choice for this recipe to avoid refined sugar and keep it healthy. But I think the next best natural sweetener here would be coconut sugar (http://tinyurl.com/75wkl8p). Enjoy!

  2. Brittany @ The Pistachio Project

    May 16, 2012 at 1:12 pm

    How much stevia is in a packet. I don’t buy packets (or stevia with fillers) I use Sweetleaf’s powdered stevia (the one that is only stevia and nothing added). I’m just curious how much tsps would equal a packet (probably something itty bitty I’d guess.)

    1. Mindy

      May 21, 2012 at 5:33 pm

      I’m wondering the same thing. :)

    2. Lori Winter

      May 22, 2012 at 4:24 pm

      I measured out a packet the other day and it came to just about 1/2 teaspoon!

  3. Erica

    May 16, 2012 at 7:34 pm

    I just had to try this tonight because I was looking for something to curb my sweet tooth and avoid an unhealthy choice… craving satisfied! This is fabulous, Lori! :)

    1. Lori Winter

      May 22, 2012 at 4:25 pm

      Love that! Glad you liked it :)

  4. Heba @ My Life in a Pyramid

    May 21, 2012 at 10:57 am

    This does look simple and refreshing! I make a ton of smoothies and homemade juices, but believe it or not, I’ve never tried making strawberry lemonade at home :) I will try this week with some of the strawberries I got from the farmers market this weekend!

  5. Tausha

    May 21, 2012 at 10:03 pm

    Sounds delish! Can’t wait to make it. Thanks so much for sharing!
    Have a happy week!

    ♥Tausha
    sassystyleredesign.com

  6. Laura

    May 22, 2012 at 3:35 pm

    This is the perfect lemonade! I could go for this drink right now. Thank you so much for sharing your great recipe on Allergy-Free Wednesdays!

  7. KeriT

    May 23, 2012 at 11:31 pm

    Hi Lori!
    I find that the pesticides/ chemicals they spray on strawberries make me feel very nauseous, and I was wondering if I wash them the proper way (with warm water) or if I should just not eat strawberries.
    Thank you!
    Keri T.

  8. CJ @ Morsels of Life

    May 25, 2012 at 6:47 pm

    looks so simple, tasty, and refreshing!

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  10. LaurelMoll

    May 31, 2012 at 10:07 am

    Hi Lori,
    I found your site browsing for blogs. My name is Laurel so I clicked over to you when I saw your blog title. I also recently posted a strawberry lemonade recipe so I guess we’re on the same page for summer! Just saying a quick hi and enjoying your blog and beautiful pictures!
    Best, Laurel

  11. Melissa from the Blue House

    June 4, 2012 at 1:36 pm

    This looks wonderful! I have several pounds of frozen strawberries and now I know what I”m gonna do with ’em!

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  15. Kathleen

    September 7, 2012 at 6:36 am

    I’m totally making this tomorrow for my son’s Dr. Seuss-themed BD party. Pink Yink Ink Drink! Thanks!

  16. Catalyst Cares

    October 20, 2012 at 6:29 pm

    Thank you so much for this easy & awesome recipe. My initiative, the Healthy Retail Task Force is fighting obesity among youth, and this drink was a hit!

  17. Sammi

    March 11, 2013 at 4:28 pm

    This is delicious! I was trying to replicate an amazing, frothy strawberry lemonade from Mountain Oasis Cafe in Flagstaff, and this is it exactly…except probably healthier because I bet they use sugar. Next stop, frozen blueberries, raspberries, and cherries! Thanks Lori!

  18. Tawny

    March 22, 2013 at 2:18 pm

    This was AMAZING! This was so fast to make I was able to do it in about 8min with two toddlers helping :) The kids loved it and so did I. This will now be a staple drink in our home, thank you!

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