Easy Frozen Strawberry Lemonade

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When it's hot outside, a Frozen Strawberry Lemonade is just what you need. This tasty drink is low in calories and made with fresh and healthy ingredients.

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Why you’ll love this recipe
Tools
Ingredients
How to Make this Delicious Summer Drink
Substitutions & Variations
Tips for success
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why you’ll love this recipe

Refreshingly Cool: Perfect for hot summer days.
Low in Calories: Only 84 cals per drink!
Simple Ingredients: Easy to find and prepare.
Quick to Make: Ready in just a few minutes.
Versatile: Customize the sweetness and flavor to your liking.

Tools

Blender: Essential for blending all the ingredients into a smooth mixture. A high-speed blender works best, but any blender will do.
Knife and Cutting board: To cut the strawberries into smaller pieces if needed.
Glasses: For serving the drink.
Basic measuring cups and spoons and a kitchen scale: Properly measuring ingredients is key for success in the kitchen.

Ingredients

As usual, you'll find the complete recipe card, including ingredient amounts and instructions, at the bottom of this post! Keep on reading for more details, or jump straight to the recipe.

Frozen strawberries — These provide a naturally sweet and refreshing base for the lemonade.
Lemon juice — Adds a zesty, tangy flavor that balances the sweetness of the strawberries.
Ice — Enhances the frosty texture of the drink, making it extra refreshing.
Orange juice — Adds a citrusy sweetness that complements the lemon and strawberry flavors.
Sweetener of choice — Customize the sweetness with your preferred sweetener, such as sugar, monk fruit, erythritol, stevia, or maple syrup.
Chamoy and Tajín (Optional) — For rimming the glasses, adding a spicy, tangy twist.

How to Make this Delicious Summer Drink

Prepare the Glasses (Optional): If you prefer a rimmed glass, dip the rims of two glasses in some chamoy (or just brush one side of the cup, as shown in the pictures). Then, dip the chamoy-coated part in Tajín. Set aside.
Blend the Ingredients: Blend all the ingredients (except for the chamoy and Tajín, if used) until smooth and well combined.
Serve: Pour the mixture into the prepared glasses and enjoy immediately.

Substitutions & Variations

Sweeteners: Use monk fruit, agave syrup, stevia, or any sweetener you prefer.
Citrus juice: Swap lemon juice with lime or a mix of lemon and lime for a different citrusy note.
Fruit additions: Add a few pieces of watermelon or peaches for an extra fruity twist.

Tips for success

Use high-quality ingredients: Choose ripe, sweet strawberries and freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor. High-quality ingredients make a noticeable difference in taste.
Adjust sweetness gradually: Start with a smaller amount of sweetener and adjust to taste. It's easier to add more sweetener than to fix an overly sweet drink.
Blend thoroughly: Ensure that all the ingredients are well-blended for a smooth consistency. Pause the blender occasionally to scrape down the sides if needed.
Serve Immediately: Frozen drinks are best enjoyed right after blending. This ensures they are at their most refreshing and the texture is perfect.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make my own chamoy?

For sure! Here on the blog, we have an amazing recipe! Click here to go straight to it.

What type of sweetener works best?

Any sweetener you prefer works well. Adjust the amount to taste.

Can I use fresh strawberries instead of frozen?

Yes, but you might need to add more ice to achieve the desired frosty texture.

What can I use instead of chamoy and Tajín for the rim?

You can use salt and a bit of lime zest for a simpler rim option.

Can I add alcohol to this recipe?

Absolutely! A splash of vodka or rum would make a great adult version of this drink.

Can I use bottled lemon juice?

Fresh lemon juice is best for flavor, but bottled lemon juice can be used in a pinch.

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