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Healthy Sugar-Free Lemonade Recipe

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A refreshing, diabetic-friendly lemonade made with fresh lemons and natural sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit, perfect for a guilt-free summer treat.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large fresh lemons, juiced (about 1 cup or 240 ml lemon juice)
  • 4 cups (950 ml) cold filtered water
  • 2–3 tablespoons powdered stevia or monk fruit sweetener (adjust to taste)
  • Ice cubes, as needed
  • 1/8 teaspoon pinch of salt (optional but recommended)
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Roll each lemon firmly on the countertop to soften them up. Slice in half and juice using a juicer or by hand, aiming for about 1 cup (240 ml) of fresh lemon juice. Remove any seeds.
  2. In a pitcher, combine the lemon juice with 2 tablespoons of your chosen sweetener. Stir well until fully dissolved. Taste and add the third tablespoon if more sweetness is desired.
  3. Pour in 4 cups (950 ml) of cold filtered water and stir again to balance tartness and sweetness. Adjust water amount for stronger lemon flavor if preferred.
  4. Sprinkle about 1/8 teaspoon of salt into the mixture and stir to round out flavors.
  5. Add ice cubes to the pitcher or glasses. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 24 hours.

Notes

If sweetener is not dissolving easily, warm a small amount of water first to dissolve it, then add the rest of the cold water. Do not skip the pinch of salt as it balances the flavors. Fresh lemons provide the best flavor; bottled lemon juice is a less vibrant alternative. For a fizzy version, replace half the water with sparkling water just before serving.

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