Strawberry Basil Lemonade
Strawberry Basil Lemonade is a refreshing twist on a classic summer beverage. This vibrant drink combines the sweetness of fresh strawberries with the aromatic touch of basil and the zesty brightness of lemon, creating a perfect thirst-quencher for warm days. Ideal for picnics or backyard gatherings, this lemonade is not only delicious but also easy to make. Serve it over ice, and garnish with additional basil and lemon slices for an inviting presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup honey or agave syrup (to taste)
- 4 cups water
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Blend the sliced strawberries and basil leaves until smooth.
- In a large pitcher, mix lemon juice and honey (or agave) until combined.
- Stir in the strawberry-basil puree.
- Gradually add water, mixing gently.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity as desired.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve over ice, garnished with basil and lemon slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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