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Strawberry Limeade

Modified: Apr 1, 2025 · Published: Jan 7, 2021 by Heather · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 740 words. · About 4 minutes to read this article.

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Strawberry limeade recipe.
Strawberry limeade recipe.
Strawberry limeade recipe.

Make a batch of homemade strawberry limeade today. Refreshing, sweet, and tart, it's made from scratch with fresh strawberries and limes!

A glass of strawberry limeade garnished with a lime wedge.

Recipe summary

Flavor: Sweet, tart, refreshing.

Only three ingredients. Made with fresh strawberries, limes, and sugar. That's it!

Yield: 72 ounces, or nine 8-ounce servings.

Great for: A hot summer day, Fourth of July, barbecues.

Similar to: Homemade Honey Limeade and Pineapple Mint Lemonade

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  • Recipe summary
  • Ingredients and substitutions
  • How to make strawberry limeade
  • Tips and tricks
  • Adjusting the sweetness
  • Frequently asked questions
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Ingredients and substitutions

Ingredients on a counter top.
  • Fresh strawberries - Can be substituted with frozen, thawed strawberries. Keep in mind that if your strawberries are not in season, they may be slightly less sweet and flavorful. In season strawberries are always best for this recipe.
  • Limes - I recommend using fresh limes instead of bottled lime juice. The flavor is bright, fresh, and all-around superior. About 8 limes will make 1 cup of fresh lime juice.
  • Granulated sugar - Can be substituted with your favorite sugar substitute. Check your sugar substitute's package for the correct ratios (some are more concentrated than regular sugar).

How to make strawberry limeade

Mixing ingredients for strawberry limeade.
  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, add sugar and water. Cook until sugar is dissolved, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat. While your simple syrup is cooking, juice your limes into a liquid measuring cup.
  2. Hull your strawberries and add to the bowl of a blender. Add water and blend until smooth.
  3. Optionally, pour through a fine mesh sieve to catch the seeds.
  4. Add strawberry mixture to a pitcher along with lime juice, simple syrup, and remaining water. Stir to incorporate and refrigerate until chilled.

Tips and tricks

How to hull strawberries - Insert a paring knife into the top of each strawberry, then turn to slice a cone shape around the leaves and into the pale flesh underneath. Pop the top off and discard.

Why hull strawberries? - The intent is to remove the greens as well as the pale center of your strawberry, leaving only the bright red exterior. Here is a great article describing the steps of hulling strawberries: The Easiest Way to Hull Strawberries

Use a fine mesh sieve - Catch any remaining lumps and seeds left in your strawberries by straining through a sieve before mixing your limeade. Repeat as many times as desired for a smoother consistency.

Don't have a blender? - A food processor can also work in a pinch.

Adjusting the sweetness

It's easy to adjust the sweetness of your limeade to suit your tastes.

Lightly sweetened: Use ¾ cup of sugar.

Moderately sweet: Use 1 cup of sugar.

Very sweet: Use 1 and ½ cups of sugar.

Two glasses of strawberry limeade.

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between lemonade and limeade?

Limeade and lemonade are very similar! Both beverages are made with fruit juice, sugar (or other sweetener), and water. Limeade is made with lime juice, and lemonade is made with lemon juice. Otherwise, the drinks are identical.

Can I make strawberry lemonade instead?

Yes, substitute an equal amount of lemon juice for the lime juice to make strawberry lemonade.

How long does limeade last?

Homemade limeade keeps for 2-3 days, but should be served the same day for best flavor. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.

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A glass of strawberry limeade garnished with a lime wedge.
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Strawberry Limeade

Make a batch of homemade strawberry limeade today. Refreshing, sweet, and tart, it's made from scratch with fresh strawberries and limes!
Prep Time10 minutes minutes
Cook Time5 minutes minutes
Total Time15 minutes minutes
Servings: 9 8-ounce servings
Calories: 126kcal
Author: Heather

Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 cups water, divided
  • 1 quart fresh strawberries, hulled
  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice, juice from about 8 limes
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Instructions

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, add 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of water. Stir until sugar is completely dissolved - this should take about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
  • In a blender, add your hulled strawberries and 1 cup of water. Cover and blend until smooth. Optionally, pour strawberry mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove any seeds and lumps.
  • Add strawberry mixture to a pitcher along with simple syrup, lime juice, and remaining 4 cups of water. Stir until incorporated.
  • Refrigerate until cold. Serve over ice and enjoy.

Equipment Recommendations

  • Glass Pitcher
  • Blender
  • Lemon Juicer
  • Zwilling Pro Chef's Knife

Notes

  • Out of season strawberries?: Sweetness may need to be adjusted if using out of season fruit that's less sweet. 
  • Less sweet: Use ¾ cup sugar
  • Very sweet: Use 1 ½ cups sugar
  • Fresh or frozen berries: Fresh strawberries can be substituted with frozen, thawed strawberries. 
  • Storage: Limeade will keep for 3 days in the refrigerator but tastes best the same day. 

Nutrition Estimate

Serving: 8ounces | Calories: 126kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 192mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 26IU | Vitamin C: 70mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

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