Certainly! Here’s a refreshing Pineapple Lemonade recipe for you:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4-6 lemons)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups cold water
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slices and pineapple wedges for garnish
- Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Pineapple:
- Peel and core the fresh pineapple. Cut it into chunks.
- Make Pineapple Puree:
- In a blender, combine the pineapple chunks and blend until smooth to make pineapple puree.
- Prepare Lemon Juice:
- Squeeze the lemons to extract fresh lemon juice.
- Create Lemonade Base:
- In a pitcher, combine the pineapple puree, fresh lemon juice, and granulated sugar. Stir well until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add Cold Water:
- Pour cold water into the pitcher and mix thoroughly. Adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar if needed.
- Chill:
- Place the pitcher in the refrigerator to chill the lemonade for at least 1-2 hours.
- Serve:
- When ready to serve, stir the lemonade well. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the pineapple lemonade over the ice.
- Garnish:
- Garnish each glass with lemon slices, pineapple wedges, and fresh mint leaves if desired.
- Enjoy:
- Stir before drinking, and enjoy the refreshing taste of Pineapple Lemonade!
Feel free to customize the sweetness and tartness according to your preference. You can also add a splash of sparkling water for a fizzy version. Cheers! 🍍