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Contains vitamin C; homemade beverage sweetened with honey
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Homemade lemonade with honey (240 g) has 86 calories. That works out to 36 calories per 100 g. It contains 22.1 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 28.8 mg of Vitamin C covers 32% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Homemade lemonade with honey is a simple drink made by mixing lemon juice, water and honey. It is a home-style take on lemonade, a familiar drink in many parts of the world, with honey lending a softer sweetness than plain sugar. Its flavour balances bright citrus tang with floral notes, and the texture is light and refreshing. Serve it chilled, over ice, or with a few mint leaves; it works well at summer meals, picnics and casual get-togethers.
It offers a fruity alternative to fizzy drinks and contains vitamin C from the lemon. Honey still contributes sweetness, so keep the amount in mind if you prefer a less sweet drink. For a lighter version, add the honey gradually and adjust the lemon and water to suit your taste.
Selected: 100 g
36
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
9.2g
· 3% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 99% · Protein 1% · Fat 0%
Vitamins
Vitamin C
12mg · 13% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Folate
4µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Magnesium
3mg · 1% DV
Phosphorus
4mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
20mg · 1% DV
Calcium
3mg · 0% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 36 calories in 100 g:
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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
— Not 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
To make homemade lemonade with honey, mix fresh lemon juice with water, then stir in honey dissolved in a little warm water. Chill before serving and adjust the sweetness to taste; dissolving the honey separately helps it blend evenly.
Yes, honey can sweeten homemade lemonade with honey instead of sugar. It adds its own floral flavor, so start with less than you think you need, stir well, and taste before adding more.
Yes, keep homemade lemonade with honey covered in the refrigerator and drink it soon. Fresh lemon juice can lose its bright flavor as it sits, and chilling also keeps the prepared drink fresh; stir before serving if pulp has settled.
Homemade lemonade with honey can taste bitter if lemon pith or seeds get into the juice. Strain out the seeds and avoid soaking lemon peel in the drink; adding water can soften bitterness, though it will also dilute the flavor.
Dissolve the honey for homemade lemonade with honey in a small amount of warm water before adding it to the lemon juice. Honey tends to mix slowly into a very cold drink, so stir the finished lemonade thoroughly.
Yes, you can prepare homemade lemonade with honey ahead and chill it in a covered pitcher. Stir it before serving, since pulp may settle and the balance between lemon and honey can taste different after chilling.
Yes, homemade lemonade with honey can be frozen in a freezer-safe container, leaving room for expansion. Thaw it in the refrigerator and stir well before drinking, because freezing can separate the juice and pulp.
Mild-tasting honey works well in homemade lemonade with honey because it sweetens without overpowering the lemon. Strongly flavored varieties can make the drink taste more floral or earthy, so choose one whose flavor you enjoy.
Homemade lemonade with honey may temporarily soothe throat irritation, but it does not treat the cause of a sore throat. The lemon can taste sharp when a throat is sensitive, so dilute the drink or skip it if it irritates you.
No, babies under 12 months must not have homemade lemonade with honey because honey can expose them to the bacteria that cause infant botulism. For older children, offer it occasionally rather than as a regular drink, since it is sweetened.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.