This low fat, refreshing lemonade recipe is exactly what is needed to survive during the hot, sticky months of summer. A very low calorie count of 313 makes this recipe a great and smart choice. Be sure to have plenty of ice and serve chilled.

3/4 cup sugar

1/2 cup water

1/4 cup lemon peel strips (about 1-1/2 lemons)

3/4 cup lemon juice (about 3 lemons)

1 cup club soda, chilled

1. In a small saucepan, heat sugar and water over medium heat until sugar is dissolved, stirring frequently.

2. Stir in lemon strips. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.

3. Cool slightly. Transfer to a pitcher. Stir in lemon juice; cover and refrigerate until chilled.

4. Discard lemon strips. Stir in club soda. Serve over ice. 

Makes 2-1/2 cups.

Nutrition Facts:

One serving: 1-1/4 cups

Calories: 313;

Fat: 0 grams;

Saturated Fat: 0 grams;

Cholesterol: 0 milligrams;

Sodium: 26 milligrams;

Carbohydrate: 83 grams;

Fiber: 0 grams:

Protein: 0 grams;

Recipe published by Taste of Home Magazine and courtesy of Rebecca Baird of Salt Lake City.

Photo courtesy of Taste of Home Magazine.

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