Persian Lemonade Recipe: 5 Steps to Refreshing Bliss Recipe
A refreshing and tangy Persian Lemonade made with freshly squeezed lemons, sugar, water, and aromatic mint leaves. This vibrant beverage is perfect for cooling down on a warm day and offers a delightful balance of sweet and citrus flavors with a hint of mint freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes (including 30-minute mint infusion)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Persian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 large lemons
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 cups water
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
- Ice cubes, as needed
Instructions
- Juice the Lemons: Squeeze the juice from the 4 large lemons into a bowl, removing any seeds to ensure a smooth drink.
- Dissolve the Sugar: Add 1 cup of sugar to the lemon juice and stir thoroughly until the sugar is completely dissolved, creating a sweet lemon concentrate.
- Add Water: Pour 4 cups of water into the lemon-sugar mixture and stir well to combine all the flavors evenly.
- Infuse with Mint: Add 1/2 cup of fresh mint leaves to the mixture and allow it to sit for 30 minutes, letting the mint infuse its refreshing aroma into the lemonade.
- Strain and Serve: Strain the mixture into a pitcher to remove the mint leaves and pulp. Serve the lemonade chilled over ice cubes for a cool and revitalizing drink.
Notes
- Adjust the sugar amount to your liking for a sweeter or more tart lemonade.
- For a more intense mint flavor, gently bruise the mint leaves before adding.
- This lemonade can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Add sparkling water instead of still water for a fizzy variation.
Keywords: Persian Lemonade, refreshing drink, mint lemonade, summer beverage, citrus drink
