Cherry Limeade

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Cherry Limeade
10 min.
6
186kcal

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Looking for a refreshing drink that perfectly balances sweet and tart flavors? Look no further than this delightful Cherry Limeade! This vibrant beverage is not only a feast for the eyes with its stunning red and green hues, but it also boasts a deliciously zesty taste that will quench your thirst on a hot day. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, a birthday party, or simply enjoying a quiet afternoon at home, this Cherry Limeade is sure to impress your guests and elevate your beverage game.

What makes this recipe even more appealing is that it caters to a variety of dietary preferences. It's vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it a perfect choice for everyone at the table. With just a few simple ingredients and a quick preparation time of only 10 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves six people, ensuring there's plenty to go around.

The combination of maraschino cherry juice and fresh lime juice creates a delightful contrast that dances on your palate, while the chilled lemon-lime carbonated beverage adds a fizzy twist that makes each sip a celebration. So grab your glasses, gather your friends, and get ready to enjoy this refreshing Cherry Limeade that’s bursting with flavor and fun!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup maraschino cherries 
  • servings ice cubes 
  • cups lemon lime soda chilled
  •  lime cut into wedges
  • 0.8 cup juice of lime 
  • servings sugar 

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Rub lime wedges on rims of 6 glasses; dip rims in sugar.
    2. In large pitcher, stir together carbonated beverage, lime juice and cherry juice.
    3. Fill glasses with ice; fill with limeade.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories186kcal
    Protein0.94%
    Fat0.56%
    Carbs98.5%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    17.02
    Glycemic Load
    8.65
    Inflammation Score
    -1
    Nutrition Score
    1.6178260834321%

    Flavonoids

    Eriodictyol
    0.66mg
    Hesperetin
    7.52mg
    Naringenin
    0.49mg
    Quercetin
    0.2mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:186.4kcal
    9.32%
    Fat:0.12g
    0.19%
    Saturated Fat:0.01g
    0.08%
    Carbohydrates:48.54g
    16.18%
    Net Carbohydrates:47.48g
    17.27%
    Sugar:44.37g
    49.3%
    Cholesterol:0mg
    0%
    Sodium:28.14mg
    1.22%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Caffeine:35.4mg
    11.8%
    Protein:0.46g
    0.92%
    Vitamin C:12.32mg
    14.94%
    Fiber:1.06g
    4.26%
    Copper:0.05mg
    2.67%
    Calcium:25.09mg
    2.51%
    Magnesium:6.8mg
    1.7%
    Potassium:53.52mg
    1.53%
    Iron:0.23mg
    1.29%