How to Make Dragon Fruit Lemonade - A Step-by-Step Guide

Dragon fruit lemonade is a refreshing and vibrant drink that is perfect for warm weather. Made with the exotic and eye-catching dragon fruit, this lemonade is not only delicious but also incredibly Instagram-worthy. It’s the perfect blend of sweet and tangy, making it a favorite among both kids and adults.

Dragon fruit, also known as pitaya, is a tropical fruit that comes from a cactus plant. It has a bright pink or yellow skin with green scales, and its flesh is speckled with tiny bl...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • zest of 2 lemons (optional)
  • 6 cups water, divided
  • 2 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 dragon fruit, peeled and cubed
  • ice as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Combine sugar, water, and lemon zest in a small saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil over medum-high heat and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved, 3 to 5 minutes. Let cool, then strain simple syrup to remove zest.
  • Combine simple syrup, 4 cups of water, and lemon juice.
  • Combine cubed dragon fruit and remaining 2 cups of water in a blender; blend until smooth.
  • Add dragon fruit mixture to the lemonade, stir to combine. Serve over ice.
  • Nutrition

    123 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 7mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 33g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Potassium: 78mg