Sweetgreen Lemonade Recipe
A citrus classic
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare the Lemons
Roll the lemons on a countertop with your palm to release the juices. Cut them in half and juice them using a citrus juicer or a manual juicer until you have about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice.
- 2
Make the Simple Syrup
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has completely dissolved. Once dissolved, remove from heat and let it cool.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, the cooled simple syrup, and the remaining 3 cups of cold water. Stir well to combine.
- 4
Serve with Ice
Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the lemonade over the ice. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing touch.