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The Best Dandelion Lemonade

The Best Dandelion Lemonade: A Refreshing Spring Detox Drink

The Best Dandelion Lemonade is a floral detox drink that combines dandelion petals and fresh lemons for a refreshing and nutritious health tonic.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dandelion Infusion
  • 2 cups Water For steeping
  • 2 cups Fresh Dandelion Petals Harvest from chemical-free environments
For the Sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Honey or Maple Syrup Adjust based on sweetness preference
For the Zing
  • 1 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Preferably freshly squeezed
Optional Garnishes
  • Lemon Slices For garnish
  • Fresh Dandelion Flowers For garnish

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Fine Mesh Strainer
  • Pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for The Best Dandelion Lemonade
  1. Harvest fresh, pesticide-free dandelion flowers, avoiding any green parts, and rinse them gently under cold water.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a gentle simmer, then add dandelion petals and steep for 20-30 minutes.
  3. Dissolve honey or maple syrup in another saucepan with 2 cups of warm water, stirring until fully combined.
  4. Strain the dandelion infusion into a pitcher, add 1 cup of lemon juice and the sweetened water mixture, stir well.
  5. Serve over ice, garnishing with lemon slices or dandelion flowers, and chill for enhanced flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 0.5gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 25gVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

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