Strawberry Lemonade Slushie ~ THM FP

If you’re on the lookout for a refreshing drink that aligns with your low-fat, low-carb lifestyle, a strawberry lemonade slushy is just what you need. This icy treat is packed with flavor, delivers a healthy dose of vitamins, and is incredibly simple to make. Whether you need a quick, cool pick-me-up or a guilt-free dessert, this recipe will satisfy your cravings without compromising your health goals.

What is a Low-Fat, Low-Carb Strawberry Lemonade Slushy?

A low-fat, low-carb strawberry lemonade slushy combines the vibrant sweetness of strawberries with the tangy punch of lemon in a frozen, slushy form. This drink uses simple ingredients that are naturally low in fat and carbohydrates, making it an excellent choice for anyone following a keto diet or trying to maintain a balanced, healthy lifestyle.

Why Choose a Low-Fat, Low-Carb Slushy?

Balancing your diet can be tricky, especially when you’re aiming to reduce both fats and carbs. This slushy is a great way to enjoy a satisfying treat without derailing your progress. It’s also rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, offering a refreshing and nutritious boost.

This recipe calls for glucomannan. If you’ve never heard of glucomannan, you’re not alone.  I found out about it when I read Trim Healthy Mama.  Glucomannan is a gluten free, wheat free, low carb, sugar free, pretty much tasteless (as far as I can tell) dietary fiber that comes from the root of the konjac plant. It works great as a thickener or emulsifier.  It’s not cheap, but one bag will last you forever.  Well, maybe not forever, but for a really, really long time.  

Adding the glucomannan to the slushy is the trick.  You don’t have to go overboard on the ice because the glucomannan gives an extra boost to the thickening.  I’ve made this numerous times now, because every time I make one for myself, one of my kids wants one. My blender is getting quite a workout.

I’d love to hear about your results!

Ingredients:

• 1 large lemon (juiced)
• 1 ½ cups frozen strawberries
• 1-2 packets of stevia (to taste)
• ½ teaspoon glucomannan powder (thickening agent)
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup ice cubes

Instructions:

1. Prep the Lemon: Juice the lemon, removing any seeds. Set the juice aside.
2. Blend the Ingredients: In a blender, add the frozen strawberries, lemon juice, stevia, water, and ice cubes.
3. Add the Thickener: Sprinkle in the glucomannan powder. It acts as a natural thickener and will give the slushy a smooth, satisfying texture.
4. Blend Until Smooth: Start blending on low, then increase to high until the mixture is smooth and slushy, with no large chunks of ice remaining. This should take about 1-2 minutes.
5. Taste and Adjust: Taste the slushy, and add more stevia if you prefer it sweeter.
6. Serve Immediately: Pour the slushy into glasses and enjoy immediately while it’s still icy and refreshing.