Vegan Strawberry Basil Agua Fresca
Ripe strawberries, fresh basil, and a squeeze of lime come together in a drink that tastes like summer in a glass. The combination sounds fancy, but the whole thing comes together in a blender and a quick pass through a strainer — no cooking, no fuss. Maple syrup stands in for honey or refined sugar, keeping every sip completely plant-based while adding a subtle depth that pairs beautifully with the bright fruit. A pinch of salt might seem unexpected, but it quietly sharpens all the other flavors and makes the strawberry really pop. Served over ice with a sprig of basil and a curl of lime, this is the kind of drink you bring to a backyard gathering and watch disappear in minutes. It also chills beautifully in the fridge, so you can make a pitcher ahead and have something refreshing ready whenever the mood strikes.
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4 servings
- 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 3 cups cold water
- 2 tbsp maple syrup, plus more to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- 8 large fresh basil leaves
- ⅛ tsp fine salt
For serving
- ice, for serving
- lime slices, for serving (optional)
- fresh basil sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the strawberries, water, maple syrup, lime juice, basil leaves, and salt in a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 45 seconds.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a large pitcher. Pour the blended mixture through the strainer, pressing gently on the solids with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible, then discard the solids.
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