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Thirst-Quenching Limeade

6 reviews
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time

Prep: 20 min. + chilling

Makes

7 servings (1-3/4 quarts)

Updated: Oct. 21, 2022
This is the perfect drink to quench the thirst on hot summer days. The combination of lemon and lime is perfect!—Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Thirst-Quenching Limeade
Thirst-Quenching Limeade Recipe photo by Taste of Home
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Ingredients

  • 5-1/2 cups water, divided
  • 1-1/4 cups sugar
  • 3/4 cup lemon juice (about 4 lemons)
  • 3/4 cup lime juice (about 4 limes)
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon grated lime zest
  • Ice cubes

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, bring 1-1/2 cups water and sugar to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes. Cool to room temperature.
  2. Transfer to a 2-qt. pitcher. Stir in juices and peels. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour. Stir in remaining water. Serve over ice.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 152 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (37g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.