Fresh Frozen Strawberry Lemonade Slushie
This easy 5-minute summer drink blends frozen strawberries, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of honey or agave for a frosty, tangy-sweet slushie that tastes like summer in a glass. Perfect for backyard barbecues, pool days, or a refreshing treat anytime.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 large servings (about 1 1/2 cups each) 1x
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen strawberries (about 300g)
- 2 large lemons, juiced (about 1/3 cup or 80ml)
- 1 cup cold water (240ml)
- 2–3 tablespoons honey or agave syrup (30–45ml, to taste)
- 1 cup ice cubes (about 120g, optional)
- Pinch of fine sea salt
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish or blending)
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
- Club soda or sparkling water (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Measure out 2 cups of frozen strawberries. If using fresh, hull and freeze them ahead of time.
- Juice 2 large lemons to get about 1/3 cup of fresh lemon juice.
- Measure 1 cup cold water and 2–3 tablespoons honey or agave syrup.
- Add frozen strawberries, lemon juice, water, honey/agave, and a pinch of salt to your blender.
- If desired, add 1 cup ice cubes for extra frostiness.
- Start blender on low, then increase to high speed. Blend for 45–60 seconds until smooth and slushy. Pause and scrape down sides if needed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness as desired.
- Pour into glasses. For a seedless finish, strain through a fine mesh sieve.
- Garnish with mint leaves, lemon slices, or a fun straw.
- For a fizzy twist, top each glass with club soda or sparkling water and stir gently.
- Serve immediately for best texture.
Notes
For best flavor, use frozen strawberries and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Adjust sweetness to taste depending on berry ripeness. Add ice only if needed for extra thickness. For a vegan version, use agave or maple syrup. You can mix in other berries or add coconut milk for a creamy twist. Serve immediately for the best slushie texture. Leftovers can be frozen and re-blended.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 16
- Sodium: 40
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 1
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