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Pineapple Lemonade

A refreshing blend of fresh pineapple, lemon juice, and cold water sweetened with sugar and a pinch of salt, perfect for hot afternoons.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 95
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks from about one medium pineapple
  • 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice about 5 to 6 medium lemons
  • 4 cups cold water
  • 1/4 cup white granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 cups ice cubes for serving

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Sharp chef's knife
  • Blender or food processor
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Large pitcher
  • Wooden spoon for stirring
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Citrus juicer or manual juicer
  • Glasses for serving

Method
 

  1. Cut and prepare the fresh pineapple by slicing off the skin and core, then cut into 1- to 2-inch chunks.
  2. Roll the lemons on the counter, cut in half, and juice by hand or with a citrus juicer, straining out the seeds to yield 3/4 cup juice.
  3. Combine the pineapple chunks with 1 cup of cold water in a blender and blend on high for about 60 seconds until smooth.
  4. Strain the pineapple puree through a fine mesh strainer into a large pitcher, pressing with a spoon to extract approximately 1.5 cups of liquid.
  5. Add the fresh lemon juice to the pitcher with the pineapple liquid and stir to combine.
  6. Sprinkle in the sugar and salt, then stir for about 1 minute until the sugar fully dissolves.
  7. Pour in the remaining 3 cups of cold water and stir well; taste and adjust sweetness or tartness as desired.
  8. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the pineapple lemonade over the ice; serve immediately.

Notes

Stores in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days; stir before serving if settling occurs.