Take advantage of the health benefits of pomegranate juice with this light, refreshing low-calorie pomegranate lemonade — ready in about 5 minutes!
If you enjoy cool, refreshing beverages during warm weather, you’ll love this quick five-minute recipe for Low Calorie Pomegranate Lemonade. It’s simple, bright, and perfect for sipping on a hot afternoon.
This recipe is so easy I almost didn’t post it, but it’s become one of my favorites and I wanted to share it with you. It began on a family trip to Disney World, where I tasted a pomegranate lemonade that I loved. After returning home and searching for a store-bought version to buy, I couldn’t find one, so I recreated it myself — and it turned out wonderfully.
Aside from its bright flavor, pomegranate juice brings several appealing health attributes that make this lemonade a satisfying choice:
- Pomegranates contain high levels of antioxidants compared with many other fruit juices.
- A single pomegranate’s juice can supply a substantial portion of the daily recommended vitamin C.
- Research has explored pomegranate juice for its potential to influence certain cellular processes important to health.
- Pomegranate juice can help support digestion for some people.
- It has anti-inflammatory properties that many find beneficial.
Those are a few of the reasons I enjoy adding pomegranate juice to a classic lemonade base. Below is the straightforward recipe you can mix up in minutes.
Low Calorie Pomegranate Lemonade
Prep time: 5 minutes
Author: Suzy at Worthing Court
Ingredients
- 2 quarts cold water
- 1 package sugar-free powdered instant lemonade mix
- 1/2 cup unsweetened pomegranate juice
- Optional: lime slices for garnish
- Optional: fresh mint leaves, lightly crushed, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the lemonade mix according to package directions, using the cold water as instructed.
- Stir in the unsweetened pomegranate juice until evenly combined.
- Chill the mixture thoroughly, then serve over ice. Garnish with lime slices and mint if you like.
Variation and serving suggestions: For an extra bright finish, squeeze a little fresh lime juice into each glass and add a few crushed mint leaves for a cooling herbal note. If you prefer a sweeter beverage, add a small amount of liquid sweetener to taste. This lemonade also works well as a mixer with sparkling water for a bubbly version.
Storage: Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours; stir before serving as separation may occur.
DISCLAIMER: I am not a nutritionist. I rely on public information for nutritional details and individual results can vary depending on brands and serving sizes.
When I’m short on time, I stick with the basic mix: water, lemonade powder, and pomegranate juice. When I want something extra special, I add a squeeze of fresh lime and a few crushed mint leaves for aroma and lift. On warmer days, a tall glass of this is my afternoon go-to.
If you enjoy relaxing on a porch swing, you’ll know just how delightful a chilled glass of pomegranate lemonade can be while watching the day go by. It’s a simple treat that feels a bit indulgent without a lot of calories.
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Enjoy this easy low-calorie pomegranate lemonade as a cooling, antioxidant-rich option this summer. It’s quick to make, versatile, and a delicious way to include pomegranate juice in a refreshing drink.