Refreshing Strawberry Limeade
Sweet, tart and the essence of spring into summer, this tasty Strawberry Limeade uses a strawberry simple syrup to make individual servings or a pitcher.
Does any flavor herald spring as well as strawberry?
Yes, strawberries are delicious in desserts (like Strawberry Whipped Cream Pie), salads (like Lettuce Strawberry Salad with Poppyseed Dressing), and beverages (like Frozen Strawberry Margarita). Plus so much more!
I developed this recipe a number of years ago. It was after a bout with a kidney stone that sent me to the emergency room in the middle of the night. Lots of pain, tests, five prescriptions and the name of a good urologist later, I left with a mission to HYDRATE!
Of course, when working to deveope any new habit, it can help to stack the deck a little. I figured (and can now testify) that the hydrating is easy with tasty beverages like this Strawberry Limeade!
Tips & FAQs
Strawberries are on the Environmental Working Group’s Dirty Dozen List of most contaminated fruits and vegetables. So I try to buy organic.
I first made this drink with sparkling water which is lovely. Now I’m trying to avoid extra packaging, so I’m more often using tap water (though a home carbonator would accomplish both). Do whatever moves you—it will be lovely either way.
The recipe directions are for a single serving. But if you’re serving a crowd, you can make a pitcher instead.
Welcome to #BBQWeek where we celebrate all things barbecue related! From slow cooked pulled pork to grilled chicken, salsa and sides, and delicious pies there’s a recipe that’s perfect for your summer cookout parties.
More #BBQWeek Recipes
- Banana Pepper BBQ Ribs from A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures
- Banana Pudding Rice Krispie Treats from The Spiffy Cookie
- Crock Pot Baked Beans from Blogghetti
- Garlic Grilled Tomatoes from Blogghetti
- Green Bean and Potato Salad from Jolene’s Recipe Journal
- Grilled Chicken with Balsamic Peach Glaze from A Day in the Life on the Farm
- Italian Pasta Salad from Our Crafty Mom
- No Bake S’mores Pie from Karen’s Kitchen Stories
- Purple Margarita from Easy Recipes for One
Strawberry Limeade
Ingredients
Strawberry Simple Syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 pint strawberries about 8 ounces, fresh or frozen, stems removed
Ingredients for 1 serving
- 2-3 Tablespoons strawberry simple syrup
- 1/2 Tablespoon lime juice
- 8 ounces water fizzy or not
- strawberries and lime slices for garnish
Instructions
- To make strawberry simple syrup, combine water and sugar in a small saucepan and heat, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves. Add strawberries, bring to a boil and simmer until strawberries are soft and pulpy, 20-30 minutes. Strain the syrup (reserving the pulp for yogurt or pancake topping if desired). Cool the syrup.
- For one serving, combined 2-3 tablespoons of strawberry syrup, 1/2 tablespoon of lime juice and 1 cup fizzy (or plain) water. Taste and adjust ratios to your personal preference. Serve with ice, garnished with lime slices and fresh berries if desired.
Notes
Updated from the original date Jun 11, 2017.
I love making flavored limeades. Will be trying this one this summer – looks refreshing and yummy.
This is so light and refreshing for summer!
Yes to all of this! The sweet berries and tart lime make the best combination of flavors. And I have a sparkling water machine which I use multiple times a day and has paid for itself many times over!
The perfect mocktail for a barbecue! It sounds delish.
Thanks!
This sounds deliciously refreshing.
Ooh, another great summer sipper that can be converted into cocktails, love it!
I absolutely love the idea of strawberry simple syrup…and this lemonade just sounds so refreshing and so pretty! Perfect for the summer.
I hope you are having a fabulous week Inger 🙂
Thanks Juliana! Hope your week is getting better after your blog problems… Hang in there!
not only is this beverage beautiful, but that combination of sweet and tart is just perfect! this is my ideal summer drink!
Thanks Grace! You stay hydrated now!!
Hi Inger!!! I sure do hope you are on the mend!!! Strawberry season has been off to a slow start here but i sure am relishing it. Love your way of staying hydrated even without the shot!!! lol. Thanks for sharing and, take care of you:)
Thanks Louise! It’s sure tough having doctor’s orders to hydrate 😉 BTW, loving your garden shots–your green thumb never fails you!
Ugh, sorry about your kidney stones! But fun, summery drinks definitely cheer up any day!
Thanks Melissa! At least it’s been a good excuse for delicious beverages!
So refreshing… especially for our 100°+ days! And such a pretty color, too.
Thanks David. You might even do it with local limes!