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Refreshing Palestinian Mint Lemonade: A Summer Delight

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time10 minsTotal Time10 mins

Experience the refreshing taste of this delightful Palestinian mint lemonade, a perfect drink for hot summer days and special occasions. Best served fresh. Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Stir well before serving.

A tall glass of vibrant green mint lemonade garnished with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices, served on a sunny patio.

Ingredients for Mint Lemonade
 4 lemons
 1 cup fresh mint leaves
 1 cup granulated sugar
 4 cold water
 1 cup ice cubes
 1 dash salt (optional)
Preparation Steps
1

Begin by washing the lemons thoroughly. Cut them in half and juice them into a measuring cup, ensuring to remove any seeds.

2

In a blender, combine the fresh mint leaves and granulated sugar. Blend until the mint is finely chopped and the sugar is well mixed with the mint.

3

In a large pitcher, add the freshly squeezed lemon juice, the mint-sugar mixture, and cold water. Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved.

4

Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness or acidity as per your preference by adding more sugar or lemon juice.

5

If desired, add a dash of salt to enhance the flavors. Stir again.

6

Serve the lemonade over ice cubes in tall glasses, garnished with additional mint leaves and lemon slices for an appealing presentation.

Notes

Best served fresh. Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Stir well before serving.

Nutrition Facts

0 servings

Serving size

1 cup


Amount per serving
Calories120
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g

Saturated Fat 0g
Trans Fat 0g
Monounsaturated Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 5mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 31g12%

Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Total Sugars 28g
Includes 25g Added Sugars50%
Protein 0g

Vitamin A 0mcg0%
Vitamin C 30mg34%
Calcium 10mg1%
Iron 0mg0%
Potassium 150mg4%
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Vitamin E 0mg0%
Vitamin K 0mcg0%
Thiamin 0mg0%
Riboflavin 0mg0%
Niacin 0mg0%
Vitamin B6 0mg0%
Folate 0mcg0%
Vitamin B12 0mg0%
Biotin 0mcg0%
Pantothenic Acid 0mg0%
Phosphorus 0mg0%
Iodine 0mcg0%
Magnesium 5mg2%
Zinc 0mg0%
Selenium 0mcg0%
Copper 0mg0%
Manganese 0mg0%
Chromium 0mcg0%
Molybdenum 0mcg0%
Chloride 0mg0%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.