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Limonada cubana

Limonade simple et rafraîchissante, faite avec du jus de citron vert fraîchement pressé, du sucre et de l'eau glacée. C'est la boisson la plus classique de Cuba par temps chaud, servie dans les rues comme à la maison.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

Nutrition facts

150 kcal per serving

Protein
0.8 g
Carbohydrates
32.3 g
of which sugars
31.5 g
Fat
1.2 g
Fiber
3.2 g

Ecomely’s estimate, calculated from the ingredients with the ANSES Ciqual food composition table, excluding sides and seasoning added to taste.

Instructions

  1. Squeeze the limes to get about 200 ml of juice.
  2. In a pitcher, dissolve the sugar in 100 ml of lukewarm water, stirring until no crystals remain.
  3. Add the lime juice and a pinch of salt to the syrup.
  4. Top up with the rest of the cold water and mix well.
  5. Add the ice cubes and the mint leaves if you're using them.
  6. Taste and adjust the sugar or lime before serving.

Variations and tips

Sparkling version. Replace a third of the water with sparkling water just before serving.

Mint version. Lightly crush the mint leaves before adding them to release their fragrance.

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