Description
A bright and refreshing Brazilian Lemonade with Stevia made from fresh whole limes, cold water, and a zero-sugar sweetener for a crisp, light summer drink.
Ingredients
3 medium limes, washed and quartered
4 cups cold water
1/4 cup stevia or stevia blend, adjusted to taste
2 cups ice cubes
Instructions
1. Add the quartered limes and cold water to a high-speed blender.
2. Pulse the mixture for exactly 10 to 15 seconds to release the lime flavor without drawing out bitterness from the pith.
3. Strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher or bowl, pressing gently to extract the juice, and discard the leftover lime solids.
4. Return the strained lime water to the rinsed blender.
5. Add the stevia and ice cubes.
6. Blend on high until the stevia dissolves and the drink turns icy and frothy.
7. Serve immediately in chilled glasses.
Notes
Stevia adds sweetness without sugar, so start with a smaller amount and adjust to taste.
Do not over-blend the limes in the first step to keep the drink from turning bitter.
A stevia blend can provide a cleaner sweetness if you prefer less aftertaste.
Serve immediately, as the lime oils can turn bitter if the drink sits too long.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg