Sunday Supper has a cool theme this week, Picnic. I love the thought of picnics and we don’t do enough of them. Today is hosted by T. R. Crumbley from Gluten Free Crumbley. I decided to make a lovely Strawberry Lemonade but then I thought of adding pineapple to the mix. So glad I did as it added almost creaminess to the lemonade, so good. Strawberry Pineapple Lemonade can be in your picnic basket too this summer. So easy to make and so full of fresh fruit goodness.
It is also Earth Day on the 22nd of April, so getting outside and enjoying our world is a great thing to do!!
Some of our “picnics” are indoors in a hotel room, come to think of it. We just had one of those in London, England instead of going out for dinner. This was on the the one night that we were later going to the theater, to see Phantom of The Opera. It worked out fabulously actually, as we got to shop at the Harrod’s food halls for our picnic. You can’t beat that for a place to shop. Look at the lovely pastries we had to choose from.
Besides amazing cheeses, meats, breads and olives, I chose the best cupcake on the planet for my dessert for the picnic. Really, don’t think I have every had one this good. It was carrot cake with a heavenly cream cheese icing and so adorably cute!!
I love a great drink on a picnic also, something special and this Strawberry Pineapple Lemonade fits the bill. It can be easily transported in a large pitcher or thermos. It is a bit concentrated so that it goes well with the dilution of the ice.
- 1 lb. strawberries, washed and hulled
- 5 lemons, juiced about 1½ cups
- Four fresh pineapple spears, cut into chunks
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 cups water
- Ice
- Basil and lemon for garnish (optional)
- Place strawberries in a blender with half the juice from the lemons. Pulse until pureed. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in 2 cups of the water and sugar, stir to dissolve the sugar.
- Place the pineapple in the blender with the remaining lemon juice and some water if needed. Blend until smooth, add to the strawberry mixture. Add in the rest of the water. Stir well and refrigerate. Serve cold over ice with lemon slices and basil to garnish if desired.
- Transfer to a pitcher or thermos for a picnic.
Look at all these wonderful recipes to take on your next delicious picnic!!
Appetizers:
- Caprese Skewers by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- French Onion Dip, with Greek Yogurt by Casa de Crews
- Mediterranean Spiced Hummus by Take A Bite Out of Boca
- Pepperoni Pinwheels by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Watermelon Salad by annaDishes
Beverages:
- Blackberry Lemonade by The Redhead Baker
- Blueberry Mojito Mocktails by NeighborFood
- Grandma’s Stuff by Jane’s Adventures in Dinner
- Minty Cardinal Punch by Food Lust People Love
- Pineapple Ginger Lemonade Spiked with Turmeric by Sue’s Nutrition Buzz
- Sangria Punch by A Day in the Life on the Farm
- Strawberry Pineapple Lemonade by Noshing With The Nolands
Main Dishes:
- Avocado Sriracha Egg Salad by Rants From My Crazy Kitchen
- Barbecue Ranch Quinoa Chicken Salad by Cupcakes & Kale Chips
- Boneless Chicken Wings by Nosh My Way
- Chicken Salad Sliders by Life Tastes Good
- Spanish tortilla by Caroline’s Cooking
Sides:
- Broccoli & Tomato Pasta Salad by Flour On My Face
- Buffalo Macaroni Salad by Sew You Think You Can Cook
- Fully Loaded Baked Potato Salad by Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch
- Granola Salad by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
- Greek Style Asparagus Salad by Curious Cuisiniere
- No Mayo Slaw with Poppyseed Dressing by Palatable Pastime
- Spiralized Beet and Goat Cheese Salad by The Girl In The Little Red Kitchen
Soups and Salads:
- Broccoli Salad with Bacon and Dried Cranberries by Food Done Light
- Layered Mason Jar Pasta Salad for Two by The Weekend Gourmet
- Smoked Turkey Salad by Our Good Life
- Spinach Salad with Apples & Pecans in an Apple Balsamic Vinaigrette by Carrie’s Experimental Kitchen
- Nicoise Salad by The Petit Gourmet
Desserts:
- Bacon-Bulleit Brownies by Culinary Adventures with Camilla
- Fudgey Coca Cola Cake by Recipes Food and Cooking
- Earth Day Cupcakes by Savory Experiments
- Gluten Free Cookie Bars by Gluten Free Crumbley
- Lemon Lime Pound Cake by Vintage Kitchen
- Mini Lemon Chess Pies by Bobbi’s Kozy Kitchen
- No-Bake Cookie Butter Chex Mix Bars by Wallflour Girl
- Peanut Butter Bars by Cosmopolitan Cornbread
- Peanut Butter Carob Bars by Pies and Plots
- Sourdough Chunk Cookies by What Smells So Good?
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David @ CookingChat says
This looks so refreshing!
Nichole says
Ha, I like the idea of bringing the picnic indoors…very cute. Your lemonade looks so refreshing, and flavorful!
Tammi @Momma's Meals says
I love a fun drink to bring along on a picnic. This is perfect!
[email protected] says
Looks so refreshingly good Tara!
Cindys Recipes and Writings says
Wow what lovely desserts! Indoor or outdoor picnics are fun! I’m ready for a tall glass of this lemonade!
Marlene @Nosh My Way says
I’ve got some pineapple that I need to use up and now I
m getting thirsty.
Caroline says
What a lovely color, sounds very tasty and refreshing for a picnic. I love looking round Harrods food hall if I get the chance when I am back over; Selfridges is also a favorite.
Christie says
When I was little, we did that while visiting Germany – crusty bread, cheese and of course wurst. Our lemonade would have been a lovely addition.
Liz says
It’s been years since I’ve been to Harrod’s food courts, but it’s definitely a perfect spot to shop for a picnic. Can’t wait to hear more about your trip.
P.S. Your lemonade looks fabulous!
Bobbi from Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen says
This sounds so tasty and refreshing and screams for some vodka to be added when the kiddos leave 🙂
Hezzi-D says
I’ve never had pineapple and strawberries together but it sounds amazing!
The Ninja Baker says
You’re right, Tara. Indoor picnics – especially when they are in London, England (OMG!) are the best! Oooo I do so long to go back to Harrod’s Food Court again – soon! In the meantime, thank you for the memories and the wonderful pins! Cheers with your cheery pink lemonade <3
Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere says
This sounds so delicious and refreshing!
Paula @ Vintage Kitchen says
Indoor picnics are the best, and I’ve had so many of them, especially in France where the cold meats, cheeses and breads are so good! And can’t go wrong with raspberries and lemonade!
Serena | Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch says
This looks so refreshing! I love the flavors! We sometimes have picnics while traveling too because of time! It’s so much easier and fun to have all the gourmet goodies!
Mary Ellen says
I’d like one now please! They look so good….
Sarah says
I would LOVE this right now!
Shaina says
Mmmm how refreshing! I could go for a glass of this right now, it is HOT in South Florida!
Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says
I love lemonade in the summer but after looking at this, I’m happy to drink this all winter. 🙂
Wendy, A Day in the Life on the Farm says
I love that it is more like a smoothie with the addition of the pineapple.
Dan from Platter Talk says
Our kind of beverage!
[email protected] says
The lemonade looks so refreshing. Such beautiful colour!
CarriesExpKtchn says
My daughter would absolutely LOVE this! I wish I could eat pineapple again…suddenly developed an allergy to it over the last few years.
Lauren @ Sew You Think You Can Cook says
I love strawberry lemonade! I’ll have to try adding pineapple next time.
Lily Lau says
Strawberry pineapple lemonade, am I dreaming? Thank you so much for sharing! 😀
Laura Dembowski says
Pineapple strawberry smoothies are my favorite, so I’m excited to try this super refreshing lemonade.
Courtney @ NeighborFood says
The color of this is just gorgeous Tara! I’d love to sip on this on a hot summer day.
Nicole Neverman says
This lemonade is great!! I love the combination of strawberry and pineapple. How refreshing 🙂
Joanne T Ferguson says
Love the combination of your lemonade Tara and Happy Earth Day!
[email protected] says
Tara, I love everything about this drink! It sounds so refreshing and the addition of pineapple is genius! What a beautiful color too! Definitely perfect for a picnic!
Joanne/WineLady Cooks says
Your Strawberry Pineapple Lemonade looks and sounds so delicious.
Tiffany Days says
Can I use something else in place of the sugar I’m trying to cut sugar out if so what do you suggest?
Tara Noland says
Sure, I would try Stevia or a natural product like that to sweeten.