Limonana (Lebanese Mint Lemonade)
Fresh lemon juice blended with mint leaves and sugar for a frothy, ice-cold green lemonade.
Prep10 min
Cook0 min
Total10 min
Yield6 servings
LevelBeginner
Limonana (Lebanese Mint Lemonade)
Ingredients
US measurements with metric in parentheses.
Instructions
- Blend the lemon juice, sugar, mint and 1 cup of the water until the mint is finely chopped.
- Strain into a pitcher, pressing the solids.
- Add the remaining water and stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Serve over ice with mint sprigs.
Tips for success
- Do not blend too long or the mint turns bitter.
- Taste and adjust sugar.
Substitutions
- Use honey instead of sugar.
- Sparkling water gives a fizzy version.
Storage & reheating
Refrigerate up to 2 days.
Estimated nutrition per serving
Estimate only. Calculated roughly from typical ingredients; real values vary by brand and portion.
| Calories | ~100 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | ~0 g |
| Carbohydrates | ~26 g |
| Fat | ~0 g |
Frequently asked questions
Can I make it with limes?
Yes; it gives a tarter drink.