What’s a hot summer day without some lemonade? (I know, I know… it’s fall, but this drink brings some summer sunshine to any day!) This version incorporates more sophisticated flavors than the kind you used for your lemonade stand back in the day. Strawberry and ginger are a homerun hit combination, and they don’t disappoint in this refreshing sweet and tart lemonade. The turmeric adds anti- inflammatory properties and a warm spice in the background. I love this for quick entertaining or catching up with friends on the back porch.
Strawberry Ginger Turmeric Lemonade
Serves 6 (8 oz. per serving)
Prep: 15 min
Cooking: 15 min
Cooling: 1 hour
Total: 1 hour 30 min
Beginner
Ingredients:
8 Cups of filtered water
4 Tbsp. ginger, fresh and grated
2 Cups of strawberries, halved and pureed (see below)
6 Lemons, juiced (about ¾ of a cup)
2 Tsp. Turmeric, ground
6 Tbsp. Honey (4 tbsp. for lemonade, 2 tbsp. for strawberries)
Pinch of black pepper
Method Of Prep:
- Gather and prep ingredients.
- Grab a medium pot and add water, ginger, turmeric, and black pepper.
- Bring to a boil. Be sure to put a lid on the pot to prevent vapor escape.
- Boil for 12-15 minutes depending on how strong you want the flavors to be.
- While boiling, make the strawberry puree. Grab a small pot and add strawberry halves, 2 tbsp. of honey, and a splash of water.
- Bring to a simmer so the honey melts and the strawberries start to break down and thicken mixture, about 10 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to puree. Set aside.
- When done boiling ginger and turmeric mixture, remove from the heat and strain through cheesecloth or a fine mesh strainer.
- Now stir in honey until it dissolves.
- Cool completely, then add lemon juice and strawberry puree.
- Stir to incorporate.
- Serve over ice with a slice of lemon and a strawberry. Cheers!
Nutrition facts:
Calories- 100
Carbs- 25.4 g
Protein- 0.8 g
Fat- 0.4 g