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Dragonfruit Lemonade

Dragonfruit Lemonade Recipe

A vibrant, refreshing tropical drink combining exotic dragonfruit with tangy fresh lemon juice. This easy copycat recipe recreates the popular café favorite at home in just 5 minutes using real dragonfruit puree and simple ingredients.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings
Calories: 145
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh or frozen dragonfruit about 1 medium dragonfruit; use pink/red flesh variety for vibrant color
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice about 3-4 lemons; fresh-squeezed is essential
  • 1/4 cup simple syrup or 3 tablespoons honey for subtle floral note
  • 2 cups cold water use filtered water if tap water has strong chlorine taste
  • 2 cups ice

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker or mason jar
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Combine fresh or frozen dragonfruit, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and cold water in a blender.
  1. Blend until smooth and silky, ensuring no graininess remains.
  1. Fill glasses with ice and pour the dragonfruit lemonade mixture over the ice.
  1. Stir well and serve immediately for best flavor and appearance.