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Refreshing frothy lemonade, made with fresh lemon juice and a foamy top.
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Frothy lemonade (250 g) has 95 calories. That works out to 38 calories per 100 g. It contains 23.3 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 37.5 mg of Vitamin C covers 42% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
95
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
23.3g
· 8% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 98% · Protein 2% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 95 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 23.3 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 250 g | 95 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 200 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 114 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 125 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 133 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 190 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 1000 g | 380 kcal |
Calculated from 38 calories per 100 g.
Frothy lemonade is made by mixing fresh lemon juice, water and a sweetener, then whisking or blending until a foamy layer forms. A blender or tightly sealed jar adds air quickly. Serve it soon after mixing, before the foam settles.
Frothy lemonade foams because whisking, shaking or blending traps air in the liquid. The foam does not mean the drink is carbonated; bubbles from soda or sparkling water come from dissolved carbon dioxide instead.
Frothy lemonade is usually made with fresh lemon juice, water and a sweetener such as sugar. Some versions add mint, lemon zest or sparkling water, but those are optional rather than essential ingredients.
Not necessarily. Frothy lemonade made by shaking or blending is aerated, not carbonated, so its foam will fade as the trapped air escapes. It is fizzy only if the recipe includes sparkling water or another carbonated ingredient.
Yes, you can make frothy lemonade without sugar, though it will taste more sharply sour. Blend or shake lemon juice with water until foamy, then add a sweetener if desired; taste and adjust rather than adding it automatically.
You can mix frothy lemonade ahead, but its foam will not stay fluffy for long. Refrigerate the drink in a covered container and shake or blend it again just before serving; fresh lemon juice is best used within a few days.
Yes, frothy lemonade can be frozen, but the foam will disappear and the texture may change after thawing. Freeze the liquid without expecting it to stay fluffy, then thaw it in the refrigerator and shake or blend it before serving.
Yes, frothy lemonade contributes fluid and can help quench thirst. If it is sweetened, it is better treated as a flavored drink rather than your only source of hydration; drink water as well.
Homemade frothy lemonade can taste bitter if lemon seeds or the white pith beneath the zest get into the drink. Strain the juice and avoid blending whole lemons unless the recipe specifically accounts for the peel.
No, frothy lemonade is not a treatment for a sore throat. Its acidity may sting or irritate some sore throats, so drink it only if it feels comfortable and do not rely on it to cure an illness.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
37.5mg · 42% DV
B6
0.08mg · 5% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B5
0.15mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Calcium
18mg · 2% DV
Iron
0.25mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
5mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
25mg · 1% DV
Sodium
2.5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 95 calories in 1 cup (medium) (250 g):
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Frothy lemonade is a chilled drink made with fresh lemon juice, water and usually a sweetener, finished with a light, foamy top. It gives familiar lemonade a softer texture and a more playful presentation; the foam may come from shaking or blending the drink.
Its bright, tart-sweet flavour is especially welcome on warm days. Serve it cold, with ice if you like, alongside a meal or as a refreshing drink on its own. It is mostly water and carbohydrates, with very little protein or fat. For a less sweet glass, reduce the sweetener and let the fresh lemon flavour take centre stage.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.