Keto Lemonade: 7 Cool & Refreshing Recipes
You’ll love these keto lemonade recipes if you’re looking for a refreshing and healthy drink option with your keto diet plan. Lemonade is a classic summer beverage that adults and children enjoy and can quench your thirst and boost your vitamin C intake. However, most store-bought or homemade lemonades are often full of sugar, which can take you out of ketosis and spike your blood sugar. We’ve put together these five unique keto-friendly lemonade recipes that use natural low-carb sweeteners instead of sugar (you can substitute your favorite keto-friendly sweetener).
You’ll be amazed by how easy and delicious it is to make keto lemonade at home with just a few simple ingredients. Whether you prefer a classic style or a more exotic-sounding ginger lemonade, we’ve got you covered. Now, you can enjoy a guilt-free thirst-quencher while reaping the health benefits of a ketogenic lifestyle. Read on to discover how to make these refreshing keto lemonade drinks and enjoy them all summer (or winter, no reason not to!) long.
Keto Lemonade
Equipment
- 1 Large Pitcher
- 1 Whisk
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
- 4 Cups Water
- ½ to ¾ Cup Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend
- 1 Pinch Salt For flavor and electrolytes
Instructions
- Whisk together the lemon juice, water, and monk fruit allulose blend in a large pitcher until well combined
- Taste and adjust the sweetness as needed
- Add a pinch of salt (to your taste) to the pitcher and stir well. This will enhance the flavor and help you replenish your electrolytes, essential for keto dieters.
- Serve over ice, and enjoy!
Notes
2.
Frozen Keto Lemonade
Equipment
- 1 Blender
- 1 Spatula or Large Spoon For scraping and mixing
Ingredients
- 4 Cups Ice
- ½ Cup Lemon Juice
- 2 Cups Water
- ¼ Cup Granulated Erythritol Sweetener
- 1 Bunch Mint Leaves and/or Lemon Zest For Garnish
Instructions
- Add the ice, lemon juice, water, and erythritol to a blender and blend until smooth and slushy.
- If needed, scrape down the sides of the blender and add more water to adjust the consistency.
- Add mint leaves or lemon zest (to your taste) to the blender for extra freshness and flavor.
- Serve in a glass, and enjoy!
Notes
3.
Keto Strawberry Lemonade
Equipment
- 1 Blender
- 1 Strainer (Optional if you want to minimize seeds and pulp)
- 1 Small Knife To slice fruit for garnish
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Fresh or Frozen Strawberries
- 1 Cup Lemon Juice
- 4 Cups Water
- ¼ Teaspoon Liquid Stevia Sweetener
- 1 Serving Fresh sliced strawberries or blueberries For garnish
Instructions
- Add the strawberries, lemon juice, sweetener and water, and mix in a blender until smooth and frothy.
- If preferred, strain the mixture to remove the seeds and pulp for a smoother texture.
- Add the sliced strawberries or blueberries to the pitcher for extra color and flavor (and presentation!).
- Serve over ice, and enjoy!
Notes
4.
Frozen Keto Popsicles
Equipment
- 1 Whisk
- 1 Pitcher
- 10 Popsicle Moulds (Adjust as needed based on mixture volume)
- 10 Popsicle Sticks
Ingredients
- ¾ Cup Lemon Juice
- 2 Cups Water
- ¼ Cup Monk Fruit Sugar Blend
- 1 Cup Sliced Strawberries or Blueberries As extra or garnish
Instructions
- Whisk together the lemon juice, water, and monk fruit allulose blend in a pitcher until well combined.
- Add sliced strawberries or blueberries to the popsicle molds for extra flavor and color if desired.
- Pour the keto lemonade mixture into the popsicle molds, leaving some space at the top for expansion.
- Carefully place the popsicle sticks and freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- To remove the popsicles from the molds, run them under warm water for a few seconds and gently pull them out.
- Enjoy your keto lemonade popsicles!
Notes
5.
Zesty Ginger Keto Lemonade
Equipment
- 1 Pitcher
- 1 Saucepan
- 1 Peeler or Knife (For ginger)
- 1 Airtight Container (For storage if desired)
Ingredients
- ¼ Cup Ginger Peeled and sliced
- 6 Cups Water For both syrup prep and recipe
- ¼ Cup Granulated Erythritol Sweetener
- ¼ Cup Ginger Syrup (Prepared In First Step) Can substitute for store bought
- 1 Cup Lemon Juice
- 1 Bunch Mint Leaves and Lemon Slices For garnish
Instructions
Ginger Syrup
- Add the ginger, water, and erythritol to a small saucepan and boil.
- Then reduce the heat and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the liquid is reduced by half.
- Strain the syrup and discard the ginger pieces. You can store the ginger syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Lemonade
- Mix the ginger syrup, lemon juice, and water in a pitcher and taste for sweetness and spiciness.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of ginger syrup according to your preference.
- Add the fresh mint leaves or lemon slices to the pitcher or glass for added freshness and aroma.
- Serve over ice and enjoy!
Notes
6.
Keto Cucumber and Basil Lemonade
Equipment
- 1 Pitcher
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
- 4 Cups Water
- ½ to ¾ Cup Powdered Erythritol or Preferred Sweetener
- 1 Pinch Salt
- ¼ Cup Fresh Basil Leaves Chopped
- ¼ Cup Cucumber Peeled and diced
- 1 Half Lime For an extra citrusy twist
Instructions
- Whisk together the lemon juice, water, erythritol, and salt in a large pitcher until well combined.
- Taste and adjust the sweetness as needed.
- Add the basil leaves and cucumber to the pitcher and stir well.
- Refrigerate for at least an hour to let the flavors infuse.
- Squeeze a splash of lime juice for more zing.
- Serve over ice and enjoy!
Notes
7.
Coconut Lime Keto Lemonade
Equipment
- 1 Pitcher
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
- ½ to ¾ Cup Powdered Erythritol or Favorite Sweetener
- 1 Pinch Salt
- ¼ Cup Coconut Milk or Cream
- 1 Half Lime
- 4 Cups Water
Instructions
- Whisk together the lemon juice, water, erythritol, and salt in a large pitcher until well combined.
- Taste and adjust the sweetness as needed.
- Add the coconut milk or cream to the pitcher and whisk well until smooth and frothy.
- Add some shredded coconut or coconut water for more texture and flavor if desired.
- Squeeze fresh lime on top for that extra citrusy zing
- Serve over ice, and enjoy!
Notes
We hope you enjoyed these seven unique keto-friendly lemonade recipes and learned how easy and delicious it is to make your keto lemonade at home. These keto drinks are perfect for quenching your thirst, satisfying your sweet tooth, and boosting your health on a low-carb diet. They are refreshing and flavorful, add a bit of fun to your keto journey, and give you all the essential hydration throughout your regimen.
Try them out and share them with your friends and family! Cheers to a healthy and happy summer!
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