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Dragon Fruit Lemonade

5 from 1 vote
This stunning fuchsia drink requires just four ingredients and balances the mild, pear-like sweetness of dragon fruit with the sharp punch of fresh lemon.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Servings: 5 cups
Course: Beverage, Detox Drink
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 85
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pink-fleshed dragon fruit (medium to large)
  • 1 cup lemon juice (from approximately 8-10 fresh lemons)
  • ¼ cup maple syrup (or to taste)
  • 4½ cups water
  • Ice to serve (optional, but highly recommended!)

Equipment

  • High-Powered Blender:
  • Citrus Juicer:
  • Large Glass Pitcher:
  • Sharp Knife and Cutting Board:

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Dragon Fruit: First, carefully peel the dragon fruit. Once peeled, dice the vibrant pink flesh into chunks that are easy to blend.
  2. Blend the Base: Combine the diced dragon fruit, fresh lemon juice, and maple syrup in a blender. Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and vibrant pink.
  3. Mix and Serve: Transfer the smooth dragon fruit mixture to a large pitcher. Pour in the 4½ cups of water and stir everything well until fully combined.
  4. Serve: your beautiful Dragon Fruit Lemonade immediately over plenty of ice, and enjoy the refreshing taste!

Notes

Pro-Tips

  • Easy Peel: Score the "scales" with a knife; the inedible skin peels away easily like an orange.
  • Max Juice: Roll lemons on the counter before squeezing. Keep an extra 1–2 lemons handy just in case!
  • Fizzy Twist: Swap half the water for sparkling water for a refreshing tropical mocktail.
  • Glow-Up Ice: Freeze dragon fruit chunks into ice cubes for a stunning, upscale look.