Best 4 Lime Aid Recipes

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Are you looking for a refreshing and tangy drink to quench your thirst? Lime aid is a classic beverage that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it's a great way to cool down on a hot day or enjoy a tasty treat. Whether you're looking for a traditional recipe or something a bit more unique, there's sure to be a lime aid recipe out there that's perfect for you. This article will provide you with some tips on how to make the best lime aid, including the ingredients you'll need and the steps involved in making it.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LIMEADE



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Thanks to an abundance of limes in Jamaica, limeade is a common drink. Unsweetened bottled lime juice can be swapped instead of fresh for an even quicker limeade. From the book "Lucinda's Authentic Jamaican Kitchen," by Lucinda Scala Quinn (Wiley).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 2

5 to 7 medium limes, plus slices for garnish
1/2 cup sugar or honey, plus more if needed

Steps:

  • Roll the limes back and forth over the counter with the palm of your hand. Cut limes in half, and juice them by hand or with a juicer; reserve rinds. (You should have about 1/2 cup juice.) Transfer juice and rinds to a large pitcher.
  • Bring 1 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan. Add sugar or honey, and stir until dissolved. Pour syrup into the pitcher, and add 4 cups water. Stir until well blended. Add more sugar or honey, if desired. Refrigerate 1 hour. Discard rinds. Serve limeade garnished with lime slices.

QUICK LEMONADE OR LIMEADE



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Make and share this Quick Lemonade or Limeade recipe from Food.com.

Provided by -------

Categories     Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 48 ounces, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup sugar
1 cup lemon juice or 1 cup lime juice
ice cube
5 cups water

Steps:

  • Combine sugar, lemon or lime juice, & water.
  • Stir to dissolve sugar.
  • Serve over ice.
  • Garnish wth lemon or lime slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.9, Fat 0.1, Sodium 6.7, Carbohydrate 36.1, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 34.3, Protein 0.1

LEMON LIMEADE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time 35m

Yield 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups lemon juice
1/2 cup lime juice
1 lemon, sliced
1 lime, sliced

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat the sugar and 2 cups water until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is hot. Allow to cool, and then place into a large drink dispenser or jug. Add the lemon juice and lime juice and stir. Fill with ice and top with 1 gallon (16 cups) cold water. Add the lemon and lime slices.

LIMEADE



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A delicious and refreshing drink made with limes. Serve over ice on a hot day.

Provided by DRAGONVENUS

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Punch Recipes     Non-Alcoholic Punch Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 limes
⅔ cup white sugar
2 quarts cold water

Steps:

  • Cut limes in half and squeeze lime juice into a 2 quart pitcher. Add sugar and stir until dissolved. Fill pitcher with cold water, stir and chill in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 calories, Carbohydrate 19.3 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 7.6 mg, Sugar 17.1 g

Tips:

  • For a refreshing limeade, use cold water and freshly squeezed lime juice. You can also add ice cubes or frozen fruit to make it even more refreshing.
  • If you don't have fresh limes, you can use bottled lime juice. However, fresh lime juice will give your limeade a more intense flavor.
  • To make a sweeter limeade, add more sugar or honey to taste. You can also add other sweeteners, such as agave nectar or stevia.
  • For a tangier limeade, add more lime juice. You can also add other citrus fruits, such as lemons or grapefruit, to give your limeade a different flavor.
  • To make a sparkling limeade, add club soda or sparkling water. You can also add other carbonated beverages, such as ginger ale or Sprite.
  • Limeade is a versatile drink that can be enjoyed on its own or used as a mixer for cocktails and mocktails. It can also be used to make popsicles, granitas, and other frozen treats.

Conclusion:

Limeade is a delicious and refreshing drink that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it sweet, tangy, or sparkling, there is a limeade recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a refreshing drink to enjoy, give limeade a try!

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