Q: Can I make this lemonade ahead of time?

A: Yes, prepare up to 2 days in advance and store in the fridge. Stir before serving.

Q: Can I use frozen strawberries?

A: Absolutely — thaw first and drain excess liquid before blending.

A: You can adjust the sugar based on your taste or swap with honey or a sugar substitute.

Q: How long does it last in the fridge?

A: Up to 3 days in a sealed container. Stir or shake before serving.

Q: Can I make it fizzy?

A: Yes! Add sparkling water just before serving for a refreshing twist.

Frisk hjemmelaget jordbærlemonade

Fresh Homemade Strawberry Lemonade

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Cuisine

American

Servings

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

0 minutes

Calories

130

There’s something undeniably nostalgic about a glass of lemonade on a warm day, and when you swirl in the sweetness of ripe strawberries, you get something truly special.

This homemade Strawberry Lemonade is summer in liquid form — bright, tangy, refreshing, and incredibly easy to make. No artificial flavours or syrups here. Just pure fruit, a splash of lemon, and a touch of sugar to tie it all together.

It’s a fantastic way to use up extra strawberries during peak season and makes an ideal drink for barbecues, picnics, parties, or just a hot afternoon when plain water won’t cut it. The balance between tart lemon and sweet strawberries can be adjusted to your taste, and you can make it more elegant with a few mint leaves or lemon slices.

Want to take it up a notch? Add sparkling water for a fizzy twist or spike it with vodka or gin for an adult version. Whether served in mason jars with striped straws or a big pitcher on the porch, this drink brings pure sunshine to your table.

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Ingredients

1 lb (450g) fresh strawberries, hulled
1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 6–7 lemons)
3/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
4 cups cold water
Ice cubes
Lemon slices and extra strawberries, for garnish (optional)
Fresh mint leaves (optional)

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Directions

In a blender, puree the strawberries until completely smooth. Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher if you prefer a smoother texture.
In the pitcher, combine the strawberry puree, fresh lemon juice, and sugar. Stir well until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Add cold water and mix thoroughly. Taste and adjust sugar or lemon juice if needed.
Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or serve immediately over ice.
Garnish with lemon slices, fresh strawberries, or mint leaves for a refreshing touch.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1
per serving: Calories; 130

Amount/Serving % Daily Value

Fat: 0 grams; 0%
Saturated Fat: 0 grams
Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
Sodium: 5 milligrams; 0%
Carbs: 34 grams; 12%
Protein: 1 grams
Sugar: 28 grams
Fiber: 2 grams

10 tips for når du lager denne retten

Bruk modne, søte jordbær for best smak.
Ferskpresset sitronsaft utgjør hele forskjellen - hopp over flasker.
Juster sukker etter smak; start med mindre og øk etter behov.
Bland og sil jordbærene for en jevnere drink.
Avkjøl grundig før servering for maksimal forfriskning.
Pynt med mynte eller basilikum for en urtevri.
Tilsett brusvann for en sprudlende versjon.
Lag isbiter av limonade for ekstra smak uten fortynning.
Oppbevares i kjøleskapet i opptil 3 dager.
Bland inn andre bær (som bringebær) for variasjon.

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Frisk fruktspyd eller fruktsalat
Grillet kylling eller grønnsakspyd på BBQs
Lette hagesalater
Sandkaker eller sitronkaker
Piknik med wraps eller smørbrød

Vanlige spørsmål

Spørsmål: Kan jeg lage denne limonaden på forhånd?
A: Ja, forbered inntil 2 dager i forveien og oppbevar i kjøleskapet. Rør før servering.

Spørsmål: Kan jeg bruke frosne jordbær?
A: Absolutt - tin først og tøm overflødig væske før blanding.

Spørsmål: Er det for søtt?
A: Du kan justere sukkeret etter smak eller bytte med honning eller sukkererstatning.

Q: Hvor lenge holder den seg i kjøleskapet?
A: Opptil 3 dager i forseglet beholder. Rør eller rist før servering.

Spørsmål: Kan jeg gjøre det brus?
A: Ja! Tilsett musserende vann rett før servering for en forfriskende vri.

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