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    Limonana: Middle Eastern Mint Lemonade

    Aug 10, 2024 by Helene Dsouza

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    Helene Dsouza
    The refreshing Israeli Limonana with Lemon and Mint. That should help you cool from inside out in the heat!
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    3 glasses
    RECIPE
    mint lemonade in a glass with lemon slices

    Limonana is a popular, refreshing middle eastern lemonade prepared with fresh lemon juice and mint.

    middle eastern mint lemonade aka limonana in a glass and pitcher
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    • What is Limonana?
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    What is Limonana?

    Limonana is a Middle Eastern mint lemonade.

    The homemade Lemonade with mint is super popular in the Middle East due to the constant heat.

    It's a refreshing drink, sure to become an instant hit! The Lemonade Limonana is prepared with the addition of Mint.

    You can add peppermint but usually, regular fresh mint is used in this recipe

    Limonana can be commonly found in Israel, Palestine, Lebanon, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and other neighboring Arabic countries.

    Limonana - Lemonade with Mint #stepbystep #recipe masalaherb.com

    How to make Limonana?

    Preparing this iconic mocktail summer refreshment is super easy!

    Here are the steps laid out. Find a detailed recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    Step 1

    Squeeze out all the lemon juice and add to your blender jar.

    Wash the fresh mint leaves well and add those to the jar too.

    Step 2

    Pour ice water over the mint and lemon juice and add sugar as well if you like.

    Blend for 1–2 minutes until the mint leaves are completely shredded.

    Step 3

    Strain your limonene lemonade. That way, you won't have the mint pieces left in your beverage.

    Serve ice-cold with a lot of ice as a frozen lemonade.

    bird's eye view of frozen mint lemonade

    Serving

    You can choose to serve your mint lemonade as an afternoon summer refreshment.

    Or you could decorate your glass the same way you would have a mojito with fresh mint and serve it as a virgin cocktail.

    That's the perfect drink for all, kids and adults alike!

    FAQs

    What other ingredients can I add to pep it up?

    You can add fresh lemon balm leaves, any other fresh fruit juice or brown sugar or palm sugar.

    What blender can I use to make this lemonade with mint?

    Use a powerful blender such as the Vitamix to get the most of your mint. You can use a hand blender too with a tall jar.

    Can I make it in advance?

    Yes! Just prepare your lemonade as per instruction and store in an airtight clean bottle in the fridge until further use. Add ice cubes to the drink in a glass before serving.

    📖 Recipe

    mint lemonade in a glass with lemon slices

    Limonana - Mint Lemonade Recipe

    The refreshing Israeli Limonana with Lemon and Mint. That should help you cool from inside out in the heat!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: Middle Eastern
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 3 glasses
    Calories: 53kcal
    Recipe by: Helene Dsouza

    Ingredients

    For the Beverage:

    • 2 Lemon
    • 1 handful Mint Leaves fresh
    • 2 Tablespoon Sugar or Honey, Stevia
    • 3 cups Water

    To Garnish:

    • Mint Leaves
    • Lemon Slices
    • Ice Cubes
    US - Metric

    Instructions

    • Add to a blender jar the freshly squeezed lemon juice, the mint leaves, sugar and water and blend the whole content well so that the leaves are completely cut into tiny pieces.
    • Strain the beverage 2 times with a fine sieve so that no mint pieces are left.
    • Serve your Limonana with ice cubes and garnish with lemon slices and mint leaves.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Limonana - Mint Lemonade Recipe
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 53 Calories from Fat 9
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 1g2%
    Saturated Fat 1g5%
    Sodium 14mg1%
    Potassium 99mg3%
    Carbohydrates 15g5%
    Fiber 2g8%
    Sugar 10g11%
    Protein 1g2%
    Vitamin A 55IU1%
    Vitamin C 38.6mg47%
    Calcium 26mg3%
    Iron 0.5mg3%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    More summer beverage ideas

    • Lemon Cucumber Mint Water
    • Fresh Mango Iced Tea
    • Pineapple Lemonade by knowyourproduce.com
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    1. Mercy says

      January 30, 2021 at 3:52 am

      The mint how does it look like

      Reply
      • Helene Dsouza says

        January 30, 2021 at 1:23 pm

        Hi Mercy, you can use most mint varieties in this recipe. Just pick one that you like and that you can get where you live.

        Reply
    2. Laura @ Family Spice says

      June 09, 2013 at 4:37 am

      I really love the addition of mint here. This limonana is beautiful. Just pinned it. So glad you mentioned it as this post somehow missed my view. It is definitely getting warm here in San Diego, but we still have our gray days. This lemonade will make my kiddos smile!

      Reply
    3. Cath de Fromage ou Dessert ? Dessert ! says

      May 15, 2013 at 7:14 pm

      Vivement l’été qu’on puisse se délecter à nouveau de ce genre de boissons…
      Jolies photos soit dit en passant.
      A bientôt
      Cath

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    4. Lizzy (Good Things) says

      May 15, 2013 at 7:13 pm

      As I read this refreshing recipe, it is BITTERLY cold outside and I feel in awe and envious that you are having summer weather. In fact, the weather was ten degrees warmer during the middle of the day just two days ago. Having said that, we had an amazingly hot summer, so I should be pleased for the cool change. I am going to bookmark your recipe for next summer Helene. And your first photograph is a beauty!

      Reply
    5. Kiran @ KiranTarun.com says

      April 26, 2013 at 12:14 am

      Beautiful styling, Helene! And I love how refreshing this drink is 🙂

      Reply
    6. ASmita says

      April 25, 2013 at 8:48 pm

      This looks so cooling and refreshing!

      Reply
    7. Terra says

      April 24, 2013 at 6:30 pm

      Perfect summer beverage! I plan on growing mint this year, so now I am excited to try this lovely drink!!! Beautiful, Hugs, Terra

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    8. Charles says

      April 22, 2013 at 8:42 pm

      I'm trying to think back about whether I've tried this before and I don't believe I have. I love lemon-based drinks (and food or... mmm, sorbet!) in the hot months. It makes you feel so fresh and cool and I love the idea of adding the mint. Cooling and zingy to boot. Lovely photos as well Helene - it looks so summery! 🙂

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    9. kitchenriffs says

      April 22, 2013 at 12:41 am

      Oh, I've had this. In fact I've made it, although I didn't know it was called limonana. I just called it Mint Lemonade! Good story, super recipe. Thanks for reminding me how great this beverage is.

      Reply
    10. Hotly Spiced says

      April 21, 2013 at 4:14 am

      That is such a refreshing drink and yes, perfect for hot days and warm nights. Such a pretty colour too xx

      Reply
    11. Eva Taylor says

      April 20, 2013 at 9:00 pm

      The photos sure do look refreshing Helene. I'll sure bookmark for summer which seems like an eternity away particularly today, it's only 2C and snowing on and off.

      Reply
    12. Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella says

      April 20, 2013 at 11:52 am

      This was the drink that all of us were obsessed with when we visited Jordan. Thanks so much for the heads up on the recipe and name! 😀

      Reply
    13. Nava Krishnan says

      April 19, 2013 at 8:45 pm

      Ooooo!!!! I love the pictures and I love the lemonade which has all lovable tastes, the minty and tangy burst.

      Reply

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