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Refreshing homemade drink with vitamin C and herbal notes
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Homemade lemonade with sorrel (240 g) has 67 calories. That works out to 28 calories per 100 g. It contains 17 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 33.6 mg of Vitamin C covers 37% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
67
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
17g
· 6% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 95% · Protein 3% · Fat 2%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 67 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| 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) | 240 g | 67 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 8 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 330 g | 92 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 140 kcal |
Calculated from 28 calories per 100 g.
Homemade lemonade with sorrel is made by blending or steeping washed sorrel leaves with water, then mixing the strained liquid with lemon juice and sweetener. Chill it before serving, and start with a small handful of leaves so their tangy, herbal flavor does not overpower the lemon.
Sorrel gives homemade lemonade with sorrel a bright, tart, slightly grassy flavor. Its natural sharpness complements lemon, so taste the drink before adding more lemon juice; a little sweetener can soften the acidity without hiding the herbal note.
Yes, frozen sorrel works in homemade lemonade with sorrel, although thawed leaves may be softer and less vivid than fresh ones. Blend them into the water or steep them while thawing, then strain the drink to remove leaf fragments.
No, you do not need to cook sorrel for homemade lemonade with sorrel. Blend the washed leaves with cold water or let them steep in it, then strain; cooking can make the fresh herbal flavor less pronounced.
Yes, edible garden sorrel can be used for homemade lemonade with sorrel. Use leaves you can confidently identify as edible, wash them thoroughly, and avoid plants treated with garden chemicals or gathered from roadsides.
Homemade lemonade with sorrel can turn brown as the cut leaves oxidize, especially when the drink sits exposed to air. Keep it covered and chilled, and strain out the leaves once the flavor is strong enough.
Yes, homemade lemonade with sorrel can be frozen in an airtight container, with room left for expansion. It may separate or lose some of its fresh herbal aroma after thawing, so stir it well and serve it cold.
Yes, homemade lemonade with sorrel can be made without added sugar. The result will taste more sharply tart, so dilute it with extra water or add a sweetener if you want a softer flavor.
Homemade lemonade with sorrel made with clean, edible leaves in ordinary food amounts is generally treated as a culinary drink, but sorrel is high in oxalates. During pregnancy, ask your healthcare professional if you have kidney problems or have been told to limit oxalates.
Yes, homemade lemonade with sorrel can be a refreshing drink after a workout, but it is not a replacement for water when you need to rehydrate. Pair it with water, particularly after prolonged exercise or heavy sweating.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
33.6mg · 37% DV
Vitamin K
9.6µg · 8% DV
Folate
14.4µg · 4% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
108mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
12mg · 3% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 67 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Homemade lemonade with sorrel brings lemon juice together with water and the fresh, tangy leaves of sorrel. Its citrusy sharpness is balanced with sweetener to taste, while the herb adds a gentle, leafy note rather than turning the drink into a savoury one.
Serve it chilled on a warm day, alongside lunch, or as a refreshing non-alcoholic option at a picnic or barbecue. It is mostly water, with some carbohydrate from the sweetener; a 100 g serving has 28 calories. For a lighter version, use less sweetener and add plenty of ice. A little fresh mint makes a natural match for the sorrel.
Medium
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
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.07g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.