Strawberry Basil Lemonade
Nutrition per serving
Protein per 100 kcal: 0g · Energy from macros: 0% protein / 100% carbs / 0% fat
Ingredients
- 2 cups strawberries
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 4 cups cold water
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 lemon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 4 basil sprigs
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 cup sparkling water
- 1 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
Simmer the sugar with 1 cup of water for 5 minutes until it becomes a simple syrup, then let it cool.
Blend the strawberries with the cooled syrup until completely smooth.
Strain the mixture through a fine sieve into a pitcher.
Stir in the lemon juice, the remaining water, the honey, the salt and the lemon zest.
Add the basil leaves and chill for 30 minutes.
Serve over ice with lemon slices, a splash of sparkling water and a basil sprig.
This strawberry basil lemonade is a light, sunny cooler — sweet strawberries, sharp lemon juice and fresh basil come together in a pink, lightly sparkling drink that is ready in about 15 minutes of hands-on time. The basil adds a fresh herbal note, the honey softens the lemon, and a splash of sparkling water makes every glass feel festive. About 70 calories per serving. Find more healthy ideas at https://nutricounter.net/tools/nutrition.
