Beet Lemonade Recipe (2024)

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If you are tired of the same old homemade lemonade recipe, then, make this super easy and fancy beet lemonade recipe. It’s cool and refreshing lemonade recipe

“Heat Advisory: Temperatures could feel like 110°F” – Orlando Sentinal

These are the kinds of headlines I have seen in my local news almost every day for the last two weeks.

That’s Florida Living. The heat has been BRRUUtal lately making me crave pitchers of lemonade!

Originally published on posted on July 1st, 2014 at 8:52pm. Click here to see why this recipe was updated.

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Tips for making this lemonade

  • Use fresh beets only and not beet juices. The juices are from concentrate
  • My hands were stained for days after handling the beets. Learn from my mistake and wear gloves before you go anywhere near the beets
  • If you have leftover beets, cube or make thin slices of them. Place in a freezer friendly zip lock bags and write the date on them before freezing. They are usually good for 6 months. Use in soups or smoothies
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  • Don’t discard the skin after peeling the beets. Put them in veggie stock recipes or compost them
  • I used vegan-friendly raw cane sugar in this beet lemonade recipe which is made with raw cane sugar and not refined. Plus it tastes soooo very good
  • The beets will permanently stain the item you use for straining. I used a very old cheese cloth that I didn’t mind staining
  • If you have a juicer, use that to juice the beets. It will simplify your life. I don’t own one, so, I used the straining method.

Use a combination of lemons and limes because they add different levels of tang to the recipe. To make your life easier, make this easy lemon lime simple syrup and add it to beet juice. It’s going to taste delicious.

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Why I love it!

I have regular lemonade recipe, but, its so boring to drink the same drink everyday. After the first day, I had enough of that recipe.

Lucky for me, I have a few lemonade recipes on my blog. I learned very quickly that, if I were to continue living in Florida, I best have a few drink recipes on hand for when the sun is bearing down!

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I am not a fan of beets, so, I have to put them into recipes that will make me consume beets. I remember when growing up I would have to be force-fed beets. Not a fun experience, but, definitely good for me.

It made sense to add beets to lemonade because I wanted a pink lemonade without artificial colors. Don’t like beets? The good news is that you can use several different kinds of veggies to make your lemonade. Have you tried a cucumber lemonade?

If you love experimenting with different types of lemonades, you have to try this Arnold Palmer drink by Feast and West.

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Answering Common Questions

Can I use a juicer for the beets?

Absolutely. In fact, I recommend it over the blender + straining method. I don’t have a juicer, so, I had to get creative with my juicing techniques. I think this recipe has taught me that I need to get a juicer ASAP.

Can I use bottled or canned beet juice in this beet lemonade?

No, absolutely not!! The one thing about using store-bought juices is that they are from concentrate and/or add other juices. To make this beet lemonade recipe work, all you want is raw beet juice

How much juice in one beet?

One beet has about ¼ cup to ½ cup of juice. I used a small, peeled beet for this beet lemonade and I used a blender to crush the beets. The finer you crush the beets, the more juice you will get from the beet

Why is regular sugar not vegan?

Many sugar companies use animal bone char to “cut” the sugar. The bone char helps strip the color of the sugar and give it the characteristic white color. Luckily, these companies are looking for alternate options and the industry is becoming more vegan friendly

For more information, I have a detailed guide on what vegans don’t eat

Vegan sugars will be clearly marked on the front or back of the packaging. I use (Affiliate link) Wholesome Brand’s Organic Cane sugar and (Affiliate Link) Florida Crystal’s Demerara Raw Cane Sugar

Want to make this lemonade even more fancier? Try adding this earl grey syrup instead of sugar. It gives this beet lemonade a fantastic taste!

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Types of beets

  • Beetroots (most common type of beets)
  • Chioggio Beets
  • Golden Beets
  • Cylindria

I used regular beets in this beet lemonade. You can definitely use any of the above variety. Let me know which one you used and how it turned out.

Source: Gardening Know How and Berkeley Wellness

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More beet recipes

  • Beet Chips
  • Beet Salad
  • Beet Chili
  • Beet Hummus

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Beet Lemonade

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Turn your boring lemonade into a colorful pink lemonade by using fresh beets. This fancy beet lemonade is very easy to make any time.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Total Time 22 minutes mins

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Servings 8 Servings

Calories 104 kcal

Ingredients

To Juice the Beets

  • 1 beet peeled roughly chopped (see notes)
  • 2 Tbsp water

For the Lemonade

  • 2 limes
  • 3 lemons
  • 1 cup raw cane sugar or to taste
  • 6 cup water
  • ice cubes

Instructions

  • In a medium sauce pan, add water and raw sugar

  • Heat on medium heat until sugar is melted

  • While water is heating, juice all the lemons and limes

  • In a blender, blend the beet pieces plus the water

  • Place the blended beets in a cheese cloth over a bowl

  • Strain until nothing but the pulp remains on the strainer

  • In a jug, add the beet juice, sugar water, lemon and lime juice

  • Add ice cubes

  • Serve Immediately

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Notes

– Nutrition Info is approximate

– My beet gave out 1/2 cup of juice. Use only 1/2 cup of beet juice, store any extra for other recipes

Nutrition

Serving: 8cupsCalories: 104kcal

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UGH! These image are awful!

From time to time, I will go through old recipes to update the content. Sometimes, I update just the images and sometimes, I give the recipe a complete makeover

This beet lemonade recipe was originally posted on July 1st, 2014 at 8:52pm. Click here to see the original recipe.

This time, I remade the images and adjusted the ingredient amounts slightly. The recipe was perfect as it was, but, it was for about 15 servings. I re-made it to be 8 cups only

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FAQs

What can I mix with beet juice to make it taste better? ›

Bright citrus fruits like oranges, grapefruits, lemons, and limes help lighten up the dense, earthy nature of beet juice. Use just a teaspoon or two of zest to impart vibrant citrusy notes without overpowering the beets. A squeeze of juice is also refreshing. Start with a 2:1 beet-to-citrus ratio.

What are the benefits of drinking beet and lemon juice? ›

Health Benefits Of This Beet Juice

They are excellent with it comes to flushing the liver as well as optimizing our red cells utilization of oxygen. All of that plus anti-inflammatory benefits, makes them a true power veggie! Lemons are high in immune boosting vitamin C and helps out with potassium and vitamin B6.

Can you take turmeric and beets together? ›

Turmeric contains curcumin, a compound known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Adding these ingredients to beetroot juice increases its nutritional content, providing a range of health benefits. The combination of beetroot, lemon, and raw turmeric may offer various health benefits.

How many beets to make a cup of juice? ›

Beets. 2 ¼ beets = 1 cup of beet juice.

Why do I feel weird after drinking beet juice? ›

oxalic acid causes burning throat, mouth, breathing difficulty, stomach pain. some people r allergic to beet root. they may suffer stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, rashes, hives, itchiness, chills, fever.

How long does it take to see the benefits of beet juice? ›

How long it takes for beet juice to lower blood pressure can vary. However, a 2008 study stated that beet juice lowers blood pressure in about 3 hours. Research suggests that drinking beet juice daily for at least 60 days provides the most benefits, helping significantly improve hypertension.

Do beets cleanse your liver? ›

Beetroot. Chock-full of antioxidants and nitrates, beetroot has earned its stripes as a potent weapon for heart health, blood pressure, cognition, and inflammation. But when it comes to liver health, this resplendently red root also serves as a natural blood cleanser, purging your body of toxins and heavy metals.

Does beetroot juice reduce belly fat? ›

There is no evidence to suggest that beetroot can directly burn belly fat. Beetroot is healthy and nutritious. But no single food can cause fat loss in a specific body area. Following a balanced, calorie-controlled diet and engaging in regular physical activity are essential.

What should you not take with beetroot? ›

Beetroot juice is rich in nitrates, which might negatively interact with certain blood pressure-lowering medicines, leading to a severe drop in blood pressure.

Is 2 cups of beet juice a day too much? ›

Two cups of beetroot juice daily are recommended to achieve nitrate levels beneficial for cardiovascular health. While recent scientific interest in beetroot juice has surged, historical reports suggest its use as a natural medicine dates back to Roman times.

Can you overdo beet juice? ›

Although beet juice is safe for most people, it may cause the following side effects: Red or pinkish urine: Drinking beet juice every day can cause your urine to red or pinkish. However, this does not indicate a medical problem. Once you stop eating beets, your urine color will return to normal.

How many times a week should you drink beet juice? ›

In some studies, drinking about 2 cups of beet juice daily or taking nitrate capsules lowered blood pressure in healthy adults. Beet juice may also help your stamina when you exercise. In one study, people who drank beet juice for 6 days had better stamina during intense exercise.

How to mask the taste of beet juice? ›

Lemon juice brings a zesty twist to the earthy beet juice, making it a refreshing and palate-cleansing option. The tangy lemon flavor not only masks the beet's strong taste but also enhances its natural sweetness.

How do you cover up beet taste? ›

Pair them with bright, fresh flavors- By adding vinegar, lemon juice, fresh herbs, tangy cheese or yogurt to your dish, you will help balance the flavor. This is why you commonly see roasted beets and goat cheese together.

What do you drink beet juice with? ›

People can drink beetroot juice on its own, or they can blend it with the juice of other fruits and vegetables. The following healthful ingredients can add a flavorful twist: citrus fruits. apple.

What makes beets taste better? ›

From roasting and grilling to adding spices and glazes, there are many ways to elevate the flavor of beets. Pairing them with acidic, sweet, and salty ingredients, as well as various spices, can alter your perception of the humble vegetable for the better.

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