Refreshing Frozen Strawberry Lemonade Slushie
A refreshingly tart and sweet frozen strawberry lemonade slushie that instantly cools you down with a perfect blend of icy texture, bright citrus, and sweet berries. Easy to make and perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 8 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (300g) frozen strawberries (unsweetened preferred)
- 2 large fresh lemons (juice and zest)
- 2 tablespoons honey (maple syrup or agave syrup for vegan option)
- 1 cup (240ml) cold water
- 1 to 2 cups ice cubes (adjust for desired thickness)
- Optional: a few sprigs fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Roll the lemons on the counter to loosen the juices. Using a citrus juicer, extract about 1/3 cup (80ml) of fresh lemon juice. Zest one lemon finely, avoiding the bitter white pith.
- Add 2 cups (300g) frozen strawberries, lemon juice, lemon zest, 2 tablespoons honey, and 1 cup (240ml) cold water to the blender jar.
- Toss in 1 to 2 cups of ice cubes depending on how thick you want your slushie. Start with 1 cup; add more after blending if needed.
- Pulse the blender on medium-high speed. Stop occasionally to scrape down the sides, ensuring everything mixes evenly. The mixture should be thick and slushy, not watery.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more honey or lemon juice as desired. Blend briefly again to incorporate.
- If using fresh mint, add a few leaves and pulse once or twice to mix without shredding the leaves.
- Pour into chilled glasses or mason jars, garnish with a lemon wedge or a sprig of mint, and serve immediately for best icy texture.
Notes
Use fresh, clear ice cubes for best flavor and texture. Pulse the blender instead of continuous blending to maintain slushie consistency. Serve immediately to enjoy the icy texture. If storing, freeze up to 24 hours and re-blend before serving. Adjust sweetness and tartness gradually to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 12 oz (350 ml)
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 1
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