Egyptian Mint Lemonade (Limonana)

This Mediterranean-inspired mint lemonade (limonana) is made with just five ingredients for a sweet, creamy, refreshing drink perfect for summer! Make it in minutes for a crowd-pleasing drink perfect for barbeques, parties, and simply to have on hand in the fridge. 

What Is Limonana? 

Also sometimes referred to as lemonata, limonana (pronounced lee-mo-nah-nah) is a Middle Eastern version of mint lemonade or limeade. The name is a combination of Arabic and Hebrew words meaning lemon and mint. 

It’s one of our favorite treats and is a recipe our aunt used to make for us when we visited Egypt! One sip, and we’re transported back to the summers of our childhood. 

What Is Middle Eastern-Inspired Mint Lemonade Made Of? 

You might be surprised by the ingredients in this mint lemonade recipe. It features more than the American version, but we promise it’s so tasty! 

• Limes – Use medium-sized limes, and do not substitute for bottled lime juice. 
• Whole Milk – This is crucial for the rich taste and smooth, creamy texture. If needed, canned coconut can be substituted for a dairy-free option. 
• Cold Water – Used to blend the ingredients. 
• Sugar – Regular granulated sugar helps sweeten the drink, reducing the tartness of the limes. Feel free to use Stevia or a sugar substitute instead. 
• Mint Leaves – Use brightly colored, fresh mint leaves with their stems removed. 

Blend, Pour, Sip! 

The best part about this mint lemonade recipe is that it comes together in just a few minutes with basically no prep time. 

1. Combine. Add the limes, whole milk, water, sugar, and mint leaves to a high-speed blender.
2. Mix. Blend until the ingredients are smooth and well combined. Do not overmix! Otherwise, your limonana will be bitter. 
3. Strain. Pour the liquid through a fine mesh strainer to remove any pulp or solid pieces. 
4. Serve! Pour your mint lemonade into a glass full of ice, and enjoy it right away! 

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Common Questions About This Mint Lemonade (Limonana) Recipe

More Middle Eastern-Inspired Recipes

Looking for more ways to bring Middle Eastern-inspired flavors into your home? Try out more of our favorite recipes below! 

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• Easy Basbousa

Egyptian Mint Lemonade (Limonana)

4.86 from 7 votes

Author: Food Dolls

Servings: 4 servings

Prep: 5 minutes mins

Total: 5 minutes mins

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Learn how to make middle eastern-inspired mint lemonade (limonana) with five ingredients and five minutes! 

Ingredients  

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• ▢ 5-6 medium limes sliced
• ▢ 3 cups whole milk
• ▢ 1 cup cold water
• ▢ 1 cup granulated sugar
• ▢ 6 fresh mint leaves
• ▢ Ice cubes for serving

Instructions 

• In a high-powered blender, add the medium limes, whole milk, cold water, granulated sugar, and fresh mint leaves.
  5-6 medium limes, 3 cups whole milk, 1 cup cold water, 1 cup granulated sugar, 6 fresh mint leaves
• Blend the mixture until smooth and well combined. DO NOT OVERMIX it will cause the drink to be bitter.
• Pour the liquid through a fine mesh strainer to remove any pulp or solids.
• Serve the over a glass filled with ice cubes. For the best taste and texture, enjoy the drink immediately!
  Ice cubes for serving

Equipment

1 High-Speed Blender

1 Fine Mesh Strainer

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 328kcal | Carbohydrates: 67g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 72mg | Potassium: 369mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 60g | Vitamin A: 402IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 257mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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