Mango Strawberry Lemonade Summer Bliss (Printable)
Vibrant blend of mango, strawberries, and fresh lemon juice creates the perfect cooling drink for hot days.
# What you'll need:
→ Fruits
01 - 1 cup fresh mango, peeled and diced
02 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
→ Citrus
03 - 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 3-4 lemons)
→ Sweetener
04 - 1/4 cup sugar, adjust to taste
05 - 1/2 cup water for simple syrup
→ Liquid Base
06 - 3 cups cold water
07 - Ice cubes as needed
→ Garnish
08 - Fresh mint leaves
09 - Strawberry and mango slices
10 - Lemon wheels
# How to make it:
01 - Heat 1/2 cup water and 1/4 cup sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until sugar completely dissolves. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
02 - Combine diced mango, halved strawberries, and freshly squeezed lemon juice in a blender. Process on high speed until completely smooth, approximately 45-60 seconds.
03 - Pour the fruit puree through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher, using a spoon to press through as much liquid as possible. Discard the fibrous pulp remaining in the sieve for a smoother consistency.
04 - Add the cooled simple syrup to the strained fruit puree in the pitcher. Pour in 3 cups of cold water and stir thoroughly until all components are fully incorporated.
05 - Taste the lemonade and add additional sugar or water as needed to achieve your preferred balance of sweetness and tartness. Stir well after each adjustment.
06 - Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the lemonade over. Garnish with fresh mint leaves, strawberry slices, mango pieces, and lemon wheels. Serve immediately while chilled.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The combination of mango and strawberry creates this incredible sunset color that makes everyone pause before taking a sip
- It comes together in literally ten minutes but tastes like something from a fancy juice bar
02 -
- Making simple syrup instead of stirring sugar directly into cold liquid prevents those sad sugar granules from settling at the bottom of your glass
- Letting the syrup cool completely before mixing keeps the fruit from cooking slightly and changing color
03 -
- Make a double batch and store it in the fridge without ice, then add ice right before serving so it doesn't get diluted
- The lemonade actually tastes better after sitting for an hour or two, giving the flavors time to become friends