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Refreshing Strawberry Lemonade Slushies

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A quick and easy homemade strawberry lemonade slushie that’s bright, tangy, and perfect for hot summer days. This refreshing drink balances sweetness and tartness with a satisfying icy texture.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced (or frozen, thawed slightly)
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 large lemons)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste, can substitute honey or agave nectar)
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 3 cups ice cubes (crushed ice preferred)
  • Optional: fresh mint leaves
  • Optional: sparkling water instead of still water
  • Optional: pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Wash, hull, and slice about 2 cups of fresh strawberries. If using frozen, thaw slightly (about 5 minutes).
  2. Roll lemons on the counter, cut, and squeeze out about 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice, removing seeds (about 3 minutes).
  3. Make simple syrup by dissolving 1/3 cup granulated sugar in 1/3 cup hot water (not boiling). Stir until dissolved and let cool (5 minutes).
  4. Add strawberries, lemon juice, simple syrup, and 1 cup cold water to blender. Pulse a few times, then blend on high until mostly smooth but still a bit pulpy (about 1 minute).
  5. Add about 3 cups ice cubes to blender. Pulse initially to break ice, then blend on high until thick and slushy (2-3 minutes). Avoid over-blending.
  6. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more simple syrup, sugar, lemon juice, or water as needed (1-2 minutes).
  7. Serve immediately in chilled glasses or a pitcher. Garnish with a fresh strawberry or lemon slice.

Notes

Use ripe strawberries for best flavor. Dissolve sugar in hot water to make simple syrup for smooth sweetness. Use crushed ice for ideal texture. Avoid over-blending ice to prevent watery slush. Prepare base up to 24 hours ahead and add ice fresh before serving. For less sweetness, reduce sugar or use natural sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit. For a fizzy twist, substitute still water with sparkling water and fold in gently after blending.

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