Beet Lemonade: A twist on a Classic Summer Drink
Behold...Beet Lemonade! This vibrant pink, nutritious twist on the classic lemonade will be your new go-to drink for the summer. It's got the perfect balance of sweet, earthy, and tart!
Ingredients
- 2 steamed baby beets or use fresh raw beets
- ½ cup lemon juice I used meyer lemons
- ½ cup cane sugar use organic if possible
- 9 cups spring water
Instructions
- Blend together the beets and 4 cups of water. If using raw beets: peel and grate then blend with water.
- Pour mixture into pitcher.
- Stir in the lemon juice and water. Taste and (if needed) adjust sugar and lemon to your desire tartness and sweetness. Store in refrigerator and serve chilled.