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Dandelion Lemonade

Refreshing Dandelion Lemonade for a Vibrant Wellness Boost

A delightful dandelion lemonade perfect for refreshment, packed with vitamins and antioxidants.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Infusion
  • 2 cups Fresh Dandelion Petals Harvest from pesticide-free places
  • 500 ml Water Filtered water for best results
For Sweetening
  • 1/2 cup Honey or Maple Syrup Adjust based on preference
For the Zing
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Fresh-squeezed is best

Equipment

  • Medium-sized pot
  • Large pitcher
  • Fine Mesh Sieve

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Dandelion Lemonade
  1. Harvest fresh dandelion flowers, remove green bases, rinse petals in cool water.
  2. In a pot, bring 500 ml of water to simmer. Add dandelion petals, cover, and steep for 20-30 minutes.
  3. Combine another 500 ml of water with honey or maple syrup in a separate pot, heat until dissolved.
  4. Strain the dandelion infusion into a pitcher, mix with sweetened water and add lemon juice.
  5. Chill for at least 30 minutes or serve immediately over ice, garnishing if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 0.5gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 120mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in a glass container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Freezing concentrated lemonade is possible for long-term storage.

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