Refreshing sugar-free Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade is delicious to sip on while enjoying the spring-time weather or make for a special festive occasion!
Strawberry Lemonade
Are you starting to see some splashes of sunshine and new growth in your garden?
My mint looks fantastic and is growing wild. I’m not having the same luck with with my basil though!
After transplanting my basil from my window sill to an outside container it got mad at me and hasn’t grown as well since then.
Perhaps the mama got tired of me snipping the leaves off for that gorgeous basil pesto I was hooked on a few months ago or maybe the sun rays aren’t strong enough in that area .
I don’t know, but I’m going to try to get the few herbs I have to flourish again!
Spring-time and gardens with bright plants encourages me to be in the yard more. I enjoy sweeping up the leaves that fall on our deck and sprucing up our courtyard with seasonal flowers.
It usually turns into a half day event and more exercise than going to they gym.
Seriously, I work up a sweat and well as workout muscles that I never knew existed!
Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade With Monk Fruit
This Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade is the perfect reward for a good day of work in the yard!
I love looking at what I’ve accomplished by propping my feet up on a lounge chair while sipping on a refreshing cold drink!
After sweating and burning all those calories, the last thing I want is to fill up on a sugary soda, so I created this sugar-free lemonade from a natural sweetener from monk fruit!
Natvia provided me with a variety of natural sweeteners including their Norbu brand of The Sweet Monk, the sugar alternative made from monk fruit.
Natural Sweeteners
I’ve been a proponent of natural sweeteners like xylitol, erythritol, and stevia for quite a while, but I’ve never tried monk fruit until now.
Monk fruit can be used and prepared just like you would table sugar, and it’s natural sweetness doesn’t have a bitter aftertaste.
This is great tasting sweetener with incredibly low calories (zero per 1/2 teaspoon) that I plan on experimenting more with!
Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade is easy to make using fresh berries.
This lemonade has that prominent punch of tang from the freshly squeezed lemons, and can be made with filtered water instead of sparkling if preferred.
As the season changes and fresh peaches become available, you may also be interested in trying this fresh Peach Lemonade!
Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade
Fresh strawberry lemonade with freshly squeezed lemons and sweetened to your preference. This sparkling strawberry lemonade is a refreshing beverage any time or enjoy for a special occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar or sugar alternative (I used Natvia)
- 1 cup water + 3 cups sparkling mineral water
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and cut in half
- 1 cup (about 5-8 depending on size) fresh Lemon juice
Instructions
Notes
Note 1 -This can be made with sparkling water or still water. Still water can be kept in the refrigerator, but if you use sparkling water, serve right away.
Note 2 - For an alcoholic beverage, make the base (through step 3) and individually add a teaspoon of the strawberry/lemonade mixture to a glass of champagne.
Financial compensation was not received for this post. A sample product was gifted from Natvia/Norbu. Opinions expressed here are my own.
Norma Chang
Did you harden off your basil plant before planting outdoor?
I will remember you lovely drink when we finally get above freezing, hopefully soon
Sandra Shaffer
Absolutely did not harden my basil plants. I should have asked your advice before I moves those babies.
Robin (Masshole Mommy)
That sounds like a refreshing summer drink. I will try it this summer 🙂
Sandra Shaffer
It is so tasty, Robin. Perfect way to quench your thirst!
Julie
Yum! I love lemonade, especially fresh lemonade!
Sandra Shaffer
There really is nothing better! Love the whole process of making lemonade.
The Food Hunter
I have so many lemons right now…definitely trying this!
Sandra Shaffer
Oh, yes! Lucky you to have your own lemon tree 🙂
Heather
That looks really delicious! I’m gonna have to try this as a nice refresher after some yard work this weekend!
Sandra Shaffer
Definitely treat yourself!!
Michele
I love strawberry lemonade and I have had it at a couple of restaurants (non alcoholic). Thank you so much for the directions for the no sugar variety–I will certainly be making this.
Sandra Shaffer
Strawberry-Lemonade is a popular drink with restaurants! Making it at home is so easy!
Debra
This sounds amazing! I love sparkling lemonade!
Sandra Shaffer
That little bit of bubbles makes this drink festive!
Sheena @ Hot Eats and Cool Reads
Lemonade has to be one of my favorite drinks and I know I’d love yours! Great recipe!
Sandra Shaffer
Thanks, Sheena!
Rachael
Your pictures are all so pretty! and I think this lemonade looks delicious! Can’t wait for it to get warm again so we can try it out!
Sandra Shaffer
I bet your little ones would love this, Rachael!
Mama to 5 BLessings
Love lemonade. This looks like a nice refreshing recipe just in time for the warmer months.
Sandra Shaffer
We are getting lots of sunshine here in CA and I know it’ll be warming up for everyone else too!
Michelle F.
That looks so refreshing. I love the addition of the strawberries.
Sandra Shaffer
Strawberries are so abundant in CA. I can get they pretty much year round. Good thing I LOVE them 🙂
Jamie @ Coffee With Us 3
A sweetener from monk fruit? How interesting! I haven’t heard of that before.
This looks so delicious and perfect for the super hot summer!
Sandra Shaffer
I thought I new all the natural sweeteners and was really pleased when I tried monk fruit. I’ll be using it again and again!
Mary Ellen
This sounds so refreshing!
Sandra Shaffer
I downed a couple of glasses and it did hit the tasty spot!
Christine
our chives have com back but that is it so far. Hopefully a few more will. This lemonade will be perfect to enjoy spring
Sandra Shaffer
I can never guess which herbs will do well. I just love having them to use whenever I want!
lizzy
WANT THIS NOW!! this looks so refreshing I just printed to make this weekend!!
Sandra Shaffer
Super! Hope it was delicious!
Rosey
I’d love to try some sparkling strawberry lemonade. I know my husband would like this one too.
JanetGoingCrazy
This looks and sounds so refreshing.
katrina g
those look so good. I will have to make some for my party this weekend, but maybe add a little adult stuff to it lol.
Sandra Shaffer
For sure! Any clear liquor would be a nice addition. Have fun with this 🙂
Brandy M.
This looks divine and I can’t wait for some fresh strawberries to make this. I will be spending plenty of time in the sun this summer sipping a cool glass of this strawberry lemonade.
Sandra Shaffer
That sounds like a delicious way to enjoy the summer months 🙂
Caitlin
Oh this is so great! I love having options of things like this to drink during the summer. I will definitely be making this for my friends and family!
Sandra Shaffer
It’s a great drink to serve guests. Super special and also easy to make!
Michelle @ The Complete Savorist
This looks refreshing. My kiddo would down this in a second.
Sandra Shaffer
Oh, for sure! Sugar-free too, which is hard to find in a lemonade!
Sandra Shaffer
I try to cut down on sugar and monk fruit is the perfect alternative. No aftertaste which is ideal!
Sandra Shaffer
I try to make lemonade every spring/summer, but it should be stocked all the time!
Maureen
I am very thirsty right now because of your lovely lemonade! This is just so refreshing! I’m going out right now get strawberries and lemon juice.