Strawberry Lemonade

Just a few simple ingredients are needed to prepare this quick and easy lemonade, sure to quench everyone's thirst on a hot summer day.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups (350 ml) water
  • 1 (1 ) lemon, ends trimmed and removed, remainder cut into 4 equal slices (about 1/2 inch [13 mm] thick each)
  • 2 medium (2 medium) strawberries
  • 2 Tablespoons (40 g) date syrup
  • 2 cups (260 g) ice cubes, plus additional as needed for serving

Directions

  1. Place ingredients into the Vitamix Aer Disc container in the order listed and secure the lid.
  2. Start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 30 to 45 seconds. Serve over extra ice if desired.

Chef's Notes

  • The center of each lemon slice will be extracted, leaving the rind fully intact. Also, the strawberries will be muddled and the drink will be chilled, all in one easy blending action.