Strawberry Basil Lemonade
Strawberry Basil Lemonade is a fresh and flavorful mocktail that blends ripe strawberries, tangy lemon juice, and aromatic basil for a naturally vibrant and refreshing drink. Perfect for summer gatherings, it’s easy to make and beautiful to serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10–15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)
- 6–8 fresh basil leaves
- 3 cups cold water or sparkling water
- 2–3 tablespoons sugar, honey, or agave syrup (to taste)
- Ice, for serving
- Optional garnish: basil leaves, lemon slices, extra strawberries
Instructions
- In a blender, combine strawberries, lemon juice, basil leaves, sweetener, and water.
- Blend until smooth and the basil is fully incorporated.
- Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher for a smoother texture (optional).
- Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity as desired.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve over ice and garnish with basil leaves, lemon slices, or strawberries if desired.
Notes
- Use sweet, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- Frozen strawberries can be used and will chill the drink faster.
- For a bubbly version, substitute still water with sparkling water.
- Try mixing basil with other herbs like mint or rosemary for extra depth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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