Lemonade Slush
Lemonade Slush is a refreshing frozen beverage made by blending lemonade with ice until it reaches a slushy, snow-like consistency. It typically features lemon juice, water, and sugar or simple syrup as its base ingredients. This popular summer treat is widely enjoyed across the United States and many other countries as a quick, cooling drink.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Lemonade Slush is high in carbohydrates, primarily from added sugars, with negligible fat and protein. A standard 12-ounce serving provides roughly 150-200 calories and offers a small amount of vitamin C from the lemon juice.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 30 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Potassium | 45 mg |
| Calcium | 10 mg |
| Magnesium | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 5 mg |
| Folate | 5 mcg |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a staple of American summer fairs, lemonade stands, and backyard gatherings, symbolizing simple, nostalgic refreshment. Nutritionally, it's essentially a hydrating sugar-water beverage with minimal micronutrients, making it more of a treat than a source of significant nutrition.
