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Lebanese Mint Lemonade (Limonana Mint) Recipe

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Lebanese Mint Lemonade, known as Limonana Mint, is a refreshing and zesty drink combining fresh lemon juice, sweet simple syrup, water, and vibrant mint leaves, blended to infuse every sip with a cool, herbal flavor. Perfect for hot days, this easy-to-make beverage delivers a balanced tartness and sweetness with invigorating mint, providing a classic Middle Eastern twist on lemonade.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

For the Lemonade

  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice (from 5-6 lemons)
  • 1 cup simple syrup (or mint simple syrup)
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 oz fresh mint leaves
  • Ice cubes (for serving)
  • Extra lemon slices and whole mint leaves (for garnish)

For Simple Syrup (optional if not using pre-made)

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine equal parts sugar and water (1 cup each). Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let it cool. Optionally, prepare a mint simple syrup by adding fresh mint leaves during the syrup making process and straining out before use.
  2. Juice the Lemons: Roll the lemons firmly on the countertop and optionally microwave for 20-30 seconds to ease juicing. Then, juice the lemons using a manual or electric juicer to obtain 1 cup of fresh lemon juice.
  3. Blend the Mint: Place the fresh mint leaves with a small amount of lemon juice or water into a blender or use an immersion blender in a bowl. Blend until the mint is finely chopped or reaches a liquid-like consistency, depending on your preference for infusion strength.
  4. Combine Ingredients: In a large pitcher, mix the freshly squeezed lemon juice, simple syrup, water, and the blended mint thoroughly to combine all flavors.
  5. Serve: Pour the lemonade into glasses filled with ice cubes. Add extra lemon slices and whole mint leaves as garnish in each glass or directly in the pitcher. Stir well before serving.
  6. Store Properly: Keep any leftover lemonade covered in the refrigerator and consume within 1-2 days for the best freshness and flavor. Stir before serving again.

Notes

  • Using mint simple syrup instead of plain simple syrup extends the lemonade's freshness up to 5-7 days.
  • Microwaving lemons before juicing helps increase juice yield.
  • Adjust the sweetness by varying the simple syrup quantity to taste.
  • For a stronger mint flavor, blend mint leaves longer until almost liquid.
  • Always add ice to individual glasses to prevent watering down the whole pitcher.
  • Consume fresh mint lemonade quickly as mint flavor and freshness diminish over time.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes (for simple syrup)
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/lebanese-mint-lemonade-limonana-mint-recipe/