Marissa's MediterraneanA sophisticated, refreshing twist on classic lemonade featuring silken honey, fresh mint, and a surprising hint of high-quality olive oil for a velvety finish.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the honey and 1/2 cup of water. Stir until the honey is completely dissolved, then remove from heat and let it cool completely.碎抽
Don't boil the honey! You just want it warm enough to incorporate into the water.碎抽
In a large glass pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice and the cooled honey syrup. Stir well to combine.碎抽
Use a wooden spoon to keep things traditional!碎抽
Add the 4 cups of cold water and the fresh mint leaves. Use the back of your spoon to gently bruise the mint against the side of the pitcher to release its oils.碎抽
Whisk in the tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil vigorously until it's mostly emulsified into the lemonade. It should look slightly cloudy and vibrant.碎抽
Fill glasses with plenty of ice, add a few lemon slices, and pour the lemonade over. Serve immediately while the emulsion is fresh!碎抽
This is my absolute favorite way to stay hydrated without reaching for sugary sodas! The key is to use a high-quality, cold-pressed olive oil—it adds a subtle peppery finish that balances the sweet honey and tart lemon beautifully. Healthy made easy, right?
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Marissa's Mediterranean
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For moms that like Mediterranean. Simple and healthy
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