Refreshing Strawberry Basil Lemonade 🍓🍋 Recipe
This **refreshing and flavorful Strawberry Basil Lemonade** is the perfect summer drink! Made with fresh strawberries, fragrant basil, and tangy lemon juice, this naturally sweetened lemonade is both hydrating and delicious.
Equipment
- - Blender or muddler
- - Fine mesh strainer (optional)
- - Pitcher
- - Wooden spoon
Ingredients
- - 1 cup **fresh strawberries** hulled and sliced
- - ¼ cup **fresh basil leaves** lightly packed
- - ½ cup **fresh lemon juice** about 3-4 lemons
- - ¼ cup **honey or simple syrup** adjust to taste
- - 3 cups **cold water**
- - Ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- In a blender, combine **strawberries, basil, lemon juice, and honey (or simple syrup)**. Blend until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a **fine mesh strainer** into a pitcher (optional, for a smoother texture).
- Add **cold water** and stir well. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Fill glasses with **ice cubes**, pour the lemonade over the ice, and garnish with extra **strawberries, basil leaves, or lemon slices**.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!