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Indian Lemonade - Nimbu Pani

Delightful Indian Lemonade Nimbu Pani for Refreshing Sips

This Indian Lemonade, or Nimbu Pani, is a refreshing drink made with sweet and tart flavors, perfect for summer days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 4 cups Water A refreshing base that hydrates while diluting the strong flavors.
  • ½ cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for tartness; the star ingredient.
For Sweetness
  • ½ cup Organic Cane Sugar Adds sweetness; blue agave nectar is a lower glycemic option.
For Flavor
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances overall taste and balances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Salt Offers a distinct flavor; adjust to taste.
For Serving
  • as needed Ice Cubes Essential for serving, keeps drink chilled.
  • as needed Mint Leaves Optional garnish for freshness.

Equipment

  • high-speed blender

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a high-speed blender, combine 4 cups of water, ½ cup of organic cane sugar, a pinch of regular salt, and a teaspoon of black salt. Blend on medium speed for 1-2 minutes until sugar dissolves.
  2. Squeeze juice from 3-4 lemons into the blender and blend on low speed for 20-30 seconds until a slight fizz occurs.
  3. Taste the lemonade and adjust flavors as needed, blending again if adjustments are made.
  4. Fill glasses with ice and pour the blended nimbu pani over the ice.
  5. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a lemon slice on the rim, then serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 12gVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

Use a citrus squeezer for effortless lemon juice extraction and always taste and adjust ingredients for balanced flavors.

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