Refreshing Rhubarb Slush — a tangy, icy summer treat bursting with fresh rhubarb flavor! Perfect for cooling down, naturally sweetened, and easy to make at home.
A Taste of Spring and Summer!
There’s nothing quite like the tart, sweet tang of rhubarb to signal the change of seasons. If you’ve got a patch of rhubarb growing or can find some fresh at a local market, this “Rhubarb Slush” recipe is an absolute must-try! It’s incredibly refreshing and perfect for hot days or as a unique dessert.
This recipe is straightforward and yields a delicious, icy treat that’s bursting with flavor.
Rhubarb Slush Recipe
Ingredients:
- 7 cups rhubarb (chopped)
- 7 cups water, divided
- ¾ cup frozen orange juice concentrate
- ¾ cup frozen pink lemonade concentrate
- 2 cups sugar
Instructions:
- Cook the Rhubarb: In a large pot, combine the 7 cups of chopped rhubarb with 4 cups of water.
- Soften and Mash: Cook over medium heat until the rhubarb is very soft and can be easily mashed.
- Strain: Strain the cooked rhubarb mixture through a colander to separate the pulp from the liquid. You’ll want to press down to extract as much liquid as possible.
- Combine Juices: In a large bowl or pitcher, mix the strained rhubarb liquid with the remaining 3 cups of water, frozen orange juice concentrate, frozen pink lemonade concentrate, and 2 cups of sugar. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Freeze: Pour the mixture into freezer-safe containers. Freeze until solid.
- Serve: When ready to serve, scrape the frozen mixture with a spoon or fork to create a slushy consistency.
Serving Suggestion:
Serve your Rhubarb Slush on its own for a fantastic refreshing drink, or, as the original note suggests, with Fruitopia or Strawberry-Kiwi “7 Up” for an extra burst of flavor!
