Description
A refreshing and vibrant frozen mango strawberry lemonade made with frozen fruits, fresh lemon juice, honey, and ice. Perfect for a quick and easy summertime drink that combines sweetness and tartness in a creamy, icy blend.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 2 cups frozen mango chunks
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
Sweetener
- 1/4 cup honey or sweetener of choice
Liquids and Ice
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Prepare frozen mango: Place the frozen mango chunks into a blender to start the base of the lemonade.
- Add frozen strawberries: Add the frozen strawberries to the blender with the mango for a complementary fruity flavor.
- Pour lemon juice: Pour fresh lemon juice over the fruits to add tanginess and brightness to the drink.
- Add honey: Add the honey or your preferred sweetener to balance the tartness of the lemon.
- Add cold water: Pour cold water into the blender to help blend the fruits smoothly and to dilute the mixture slightly.
- Add ice cubes: Add ice cubes to create a chilled and slushy texture in the lemonade.
- Secure the blender lid: Tighten the blender lid securely to ensure safe blending without any spills.
- Blend: Blend the mixture on high speed for about 30 seconds until the texture is smooth and creamy.
- Check consistency: Pause blending and check the thickness of the lemonade.
- Adjust texture: If too thick, add more cold water and blend again until you reach the desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust sweetness: Taste the lemonade and add more honey or sweetener if needed, blending briefly to combine.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie-like lemonade into glasses immediately.
- Optional garnish: Serve with a straw or garnish with a lemon slice for an extra touch of freshness.
Notes
- Use frozen fruits to achieve the chilling and slushy texture without needing to add extra ice or wait for chilling.
- Adjust sweetness according to personal preference or dietary needs.
- For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Use fresh lemon juice instead of bottled for a brighter flavor.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the best texture and freshness.
