Turmeric Lemonade
on Jun 25, 2024, Updated Sep 16, 2024
Turmeric Lemonade is an amazing twist to your classic lemonade with added flavor of turmeric. You can prepare it in no time as easily as a regular lemonade. Just try my easy recipe to make it.
Here are some more variations of lemonade you can try to bring different taste to your summer drink: Charcoal Lemonade, Lychee Lemonade, Sumac Lemonade, Mango Lemonade, and Mulberry Lemonade.
When I think about superfoods, turmeric comes to my mind immediately. It is a power ingredient with many medicinal and therapeutic properties. This spice has been used in India since time immemorial for its amazing health benefits.
Turmeric is rich in antioxidants and has anti-bacterial properties. It also boosts immunity. I remember my mother making Haldi Wala Doodh whenever we used to feel down or got sick. She would also put it on minor cuts and they would magically heal quickly.
This turmeric lemonade is a great way you can include this super ingredient in your family’s diet. While most Turmeric based drinks are hot, this lemonade with turmeric is a great chilled drink that you can have in summer. I find it especially useful during rainy season when flu is in the air as it improves the body’s immunity and fights the virus.
About Turmeric Lemonade
Turmeric Lemonade is a refreshing drink which is made by adding turmeric to the classic lemonade recipe. It is easy to make and comes together quickly using simple ingredients from your own pantry.
This drink is great to make in summer as it cool down the body and you also get the benefits of turmeric. I always make a pitcher full of it and my family and I sips on it a few times in a day.
Ingredients
Turmeric Powder is easily available in most Indian stores or local supermarkets. I like to use organic turmeric powder from a trusted brand to make this drink as there is a lot of adultration that happens. If fresh turmeric roots are available, then you can use them in place of powder.
Lemon Juice – I always prefer squeezing a fresh lemon for this recipe. You can use lime juice instead of lemon juice.
To sweeten the lemonade I suggest you use honey or maple syrup.
Fresh Ginger Root gives a nice kick to this drink and you will love its flavor.
I added a little black pepper powder to enhance the absorption of turmeric.
You will also need ice cubes to serve the drink along with lemon slices and mint leaves to garnish your glasses.
How To Make Turmeric Flavored Lemonade
Take a large pitcher that can accommodate a drink for 4 people and add all the ingredients I’ve listed below to it.
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric (or 1 tablespoon grated fresh turmeric roots)
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper powder
- ½ teaspoon grated ginger
Use a large spoon to stir the mixture thoroughly until the honey is completely dissolved into it.
My husband likes to have a smoother drink. If you also like it this way then strain the lemonade mixture through a fine-mesh sieve. It will remove the grated ginger pieces from the lemonade.
This lemonade tastes the best when served chilled. So add 3-4 small ice cubes to your serving glasses and pour the lemonade over them.
I also love to make my servings look good, so I garnish the drink with lemon slices and few fresh mint leaves for an extra refreshing touch. Serve it immediately.
Pro Tips By Neha
You can adjust the sweetness to your taste by adding more or less honey or maple syrup.
Turmeric has a nice flavor and the amount mentioned in my recipe gives a subtle flavor of this spice. But if you want it stronger, you can increase the amount of turmeric you add to your recipe.
You can store this lemonade in your refrigerator for 2-3 days. I would suggest you do it before adding the ice cubes.
To bring out the best flavor in your lemonade, and if you have time, refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes before serving.
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Turmeric Lemonade Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder (or 1 tablespoon grated fresh turmeric root)
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
- ½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger root
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper powder
- ice cubes (as required)
- lemon slices and mint sprigs (for garnishing)
Instructions
- Combine water, ground turmeric (or grated fresh turmeric), lemon juice, honey (or maple syrup), black pepper powder, and grated ginger in a large pitcher.
- Stir thoroughly until the honey is completely dissolved and all ingredients are well combined.
- If you prefer a smoother drink, strain the lemonade through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the grated turmeric and ginger pieces.
- Pour the lemonade into glasses over ice cubes.
- Garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves for an extra refreshing touch. Serve chilled.
