Ingredients
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- 1 cup of strawberries, fresh, hulled and halved
- 8–10 leaves of basil, fresh
- 1 tablespoon of honey, or simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon of lime(s), fresh juice
- 1 cup of water, cold
- strawberries, sliced thin for garnish
- basil, leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the fresh strawberries, basil leaves, honey or simple syrup, and fresh lime juice.
- Blend the ingredients until smooth, creating a vibrant strawberry basil mixture
- If you prefer a smoother texture, you can strain the mixture using a fine mesh sieve to remove the pulp. This step is optional.
- Transfer the strawberry basil mixture to a mixing bowl or pitcher. Add cold water and mix well.
- Fill glasses with ice cubes
- Pour mixture into glasses over ice
- Garnish with fresh strawberry slices and basil leaves for an extra burst of flavor and a beautiful presentation.
- Prep Time: 10