• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
Vidhya’s Vegetarian Kitchen logo
  • Home
  • About
    • VVK Galleries
    • VVK YouTube Channel
    • VVK Mentions
    • Privacy & Copyright Policies
  • Recipes
  • Shop
    • Amazon Shop
    • Cookbooks
  • Contact
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
menu icon
go to homepage
search icon
Homepage link
  • About
  • Recipes
  • Shop
  • Contact Us
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • ×

    Home » Beverages » Summer Special Beverages » Limonana | Mint Lemonade Recipe

    Limonana | Mint Lemonade Recipe

    Posted on February 16, 2023 · Last Updated on February 16, 2023 · By Srividhya G · 2 Comments

    14 shares
    • Share1
    • Tweet
    • Reddit
    Jump to Recipe Card
    mint lemonade with text overlay

    Refreshing and delicious limonana – Middle-Eastern special mint lemonade recipe loaded with fresh mint and lemon juice flavors. A perfect thirst quencher!

    straight shot of limonana served in glass with spoon inside with squeezed lemons on the side

    I love lemonade, and as much as I love the simple lemonade, I love the flavored versions too. I have shared sweet and spicy limeade (kulukki sarbath), fresh cherry lemonade, barley lemonade, and Indian-style shikanji. 

    Jump to:
    • Ingredients required
    • Make ahead options
    • VVK Tips
    • Dietary specifications
    • How to make mint lemonade
    • Recipe Notes
    • Explore more non-alcoholic beverages.
    • 📖 Recipe

    We recently enjoyed this mint lemonade in a local Moroccan restaurant, and I loved it. It was unique, very refreshing, and slushy-style mint lemonade. Upon researching, I found that in the Middle East, this mint lemonade is called limonana, and it’s quite popular there. 

    Irrespective of the weather, this mint lemonade has become our all-time favorite, and I make this quite regularly these days. This week I am sharing some recipes from the Middle East. Earlier, I had shared baba ganoush, the eggplant dip, and now I am sharing this delicious and easy-to-make limonana. 

    My version is quite simple. I don’t make any sugar syrup for this lemonade. I blend all the ingredients with water and ice cubes and enjoy them immediately. It’s as simple as that. :-) 

    Ingredients required

    Fresh lemon juice: We need 1 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Not-too-sour Meyer lemons work well, but you can use the available local varieties. 

    Fresh mint leaves: You need 1 cup of fresh mint leaves. Discard the stems and wash the leaves before use. One cup might sound like a lot, but trust me; it adds a lot of flavors. You can reduce it to ¾ cup but don’t reduce it any further. 

    Sugar/Sweetener: I used sugar. But you can use a sweetener like monk sugar, maple syrup, agave nectar, or honey. Adjust the sugar to taste. 

    Water and Ice Cubes: You can adjust the water and ice cube measure per your preference. For a frozen/slushy style lemonade, opt for more ice cubes. 

    You can add a pinch of salt to balance the flavors. I have tried with and without salt. For this recipe, I did not add any salt.

    Please check the recipe card for detailed measurements.

    close shot of mint lemonade served in pitcher and glasses

    Make ahead options

    During peak lemon season, you can blend the mint, freshly squeezed lemon juice, sugar, and little water and freeze them. Then, you can blend the required amount with water for a frozen mint lemonade. 

    VVK Tips

    • Use freshly squeezed lemon juice and fresh mint leaves. 
    • Make sure you are discarding the hard stems from the mint leaves.
    • Enjoy the juice immediately, or store it in an air-tight container for a day but not more than that. If you plan to store it for longer, I recommend freezing it, as I mentioned above.

    Dietary specifications

    This limonana is naturally gluten-free, nut-free, and vegan. Make sure to use raw/vegan sugar for a vegan option. 

    How to make mint lemonade

    • Add all the ingredients in a blender or mixer jar – ice cubes, mint leaves, lemon juice, sugar, and water.
    adding all the ingredients
    • Blend them all together until smooth. 
    blend limonana
    • Transfer it to serving glasses, add more ice cubes if needed, and enjoy!

    Recipe Notes

    • Adjust the sugar to taste. Instead of sugar, you can use stevia or monk sugar too. Alternatively, reduce the sugar and add agave nectar or maple syrup before serving. 
    • I don’t strain the limonana, but if you don’t prefer the tiny mint pieces, you can also strain the juice.
    • Add more ice cubes and less water for a slushy mint lemonade.
    close up shot mint lemonade served in two glasses

    Explore more non-alcoholic beverages.

    • Paneer Soda | Homemade Rose-Flavored Soda
    • Instant Pot Horchata Boba | Easy Pressure Cooker Horchata Recipe
    • Nannari Sarbath | Indian Sarsaparilla Sharbat
    • Panagam | Dry Ginger Powder & Jaggery Drink

    PS:  If you try this limonana, please remember to comment and rate this recipe. Please comment if you have any questions, and I will get to it ASAP. Follow me on my Pinterest for more healthy and delicious ideas! Follow me on Instagram or join my Facebook Group for more recipe updates! You can also sign-up for my newsletter for weekly updates.

    📖 Recipe

    limonana served in two glasses and in a pitcher
    Pin Recipe Print Recipe
    5 from 2 votes

    Limonana | Mint Lemonade Recipe

    Refreshing and delicious limonana – Middle-Eastern special mint lemonade recipe loaded with fresh mint and lemon juice flavors. A perfect thirst quencher!
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time2 mins
    Total Time12 mins
    Course: Beverages
    Cuisine: Middle Eastern
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 118kcal
    Author: Srividhya G

    Equipment

    • Blender like Blendtec

    Ingredients

    Measurement Details: 1 cup = 240ml; 1 tbsp = 15ml; 1 tsp = 5ml;

    • 1 cup ice cubes or as required
    • 1 cup mint leaves tightly packed, cleaned, and stems removed
    • 1 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed (I used four medium-sized lemons)
    • ½ cup sugar or to taste
    • 3 cups water

    Instructions

    • Add all the ingredients in a blender or mixer jar – ice cubes, mint leaves, lemon juice, sugar, and water.
    • Blend them all together until smooth.
    • Transfer it to serving glasses, add more ice cubes if needed, and enjoy!

    Notes

    • Adjust the sugar to taste. Instead of sugar, you can use stevia or monk sugar too.
    • Alternatively, reduce the sugar and add agave nectar or maple syrup before serving.
    • I don’t strain the limonana, but if you don’t prefer the tiny mint pieces, you can also strain the juice.
    • Add more ice cubes and less water for a slushy mint lemonade.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 118kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 127mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 482IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg

    I am not a nutritionist. The nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It varies depending upon the product types or brands.

    Tried this recipe?Mention @vidhyasvegetariankitchen or tag #vidhyasvegkitchen
    For Video RecipesCheck out My YouTube Channel
    14 shares
    • Share1
    • Tweet
    • Reddit

    Filed Under: Beverages, Summer Special Beverages

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Vaishali says

      February 18, 2023 at 6:01 pm

      5 stars
      Oh , I love lemonades ! This Moroccan style with mint looks and sounds so refreshing. I generally make it with jaggery and we all love it .

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        March 03, 2023 at 5:16 pm

        Yeah adding jaggery is a great idea. thanks Vaishali.

        Reply

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    Primary Sidebar

    Welcome

    Author Vidhya smiling in the renovated kitchen

    Hello all, I am Srividhya, the person behind this blog. I firmly believe that the mouth is the way to the heart. My blog is all about vegetarian and vegan food with unique and exciting recipes from all over the world. From traditional, authentic recipes to fusion and eggless bakes, you can find it all here! Read more →

    Enjoy My Cookbooks

    Two cookbooks beautifully presented on the table

    Discover the diverse and delicious taste of South India, eggless recipes made in Instant Pot and other deliciousness! Find out more →

    Sign Up to Newsletter

    Must-Try Soup Recipes 

    • Vegan Miso Ramen Soup With Tofu
    • Easy Pumpkin Soup | Pumpkin Shorba
    • Vegan Mushroom and Wild Rice Soup | Instant Pot Wild Rice Soup
    • Broccoli Almond Soup (Instant Pot Method)

    As Featured On

    As seen on logo banner

    YouTube

    Follow me on YouTube for regular recipe videos and insights from my kitchen!

    Follow

    Disclosure

    VVK is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program - an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. As an Amazon Associate VVK earns from qualifying purchases. Privacy Policy →

    Most Popular Posts

    • Tofu Scramble | Scrambled Tofu Breakfast Burrito
    • Pesto Mozzarella Sandwich
    • Sweet Corn and Steel Cut Oats Soup
    • Easy Cream Cheese Pasta with Broccoli
    • Aloo Masoor Dal | Potato With Red Lentils
    • Alu Diye Cholar Dal | Bengali-Style Lentils with Potatoes

    Explore Your Favorites

    15 + Mango Recipes

    25 + Easy South Indian Instant Pot Recipes

    10 + Must Try Vegetarian Pasta Recipes

    20 + Kids Friendly Lunch Box Recipes

    20 + Indian Lentils Recipes Made in Instant Pot

    Footer


    VVK is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program - Privacy Policy
    HOME | ABOUT | CONTACT US

    Footer

    ↑ Back to Top

    VVK horizontal logo

    About

    • About
    • Contact
    • Privacy Policy

    Cooking

    • Sign Up to Newsletter
    • All Recipes
    • My Cookbooks
    • My Amazon Shop

    VVK is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program

    Copyright © 2023 | VidhyasHomeCooking.com