MSG Free Strawberry Basil Lemonade
Fresh strawberries, bright lemon juice, and fragrant basil come together in a drink that tastes like summer in a glass — vibrant, a little floral, and just the right amount of tart. Every single ingredient here is whole and natural, so you never have to second-guess a label or wonder what's hiding in a store-bought mix. The honey simple syrup is a clever swap for refined sugar, dissolving quickly on the stovetop and adding a gentle, rounded sweetness that plays beautifully against the citrus. Blending the strawberries and basil together before straining means you get a silky-smooth lemonade with real depth of flavor, not just a sugary pink drink. A fine-mesh strainer does the heavy lifting to give you that clean, jewel-toned pour that looks as good as it tastes. Serve it over a big pile of ice with a sprig of basil on top and it's instantly the most impressive thing on the table — no effort required.
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4 servings
For the honey simple syrup
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup water
For the lemonade
- 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- ¾ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 5–6 lemons)
- 10 fresh basil leaves
- 2 cups cold water
For serving
- ice, for serving
- fresh basil sprigs, for serving (optional)
- lemon slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the honey and 1/4 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the honey is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 15 minutes until no longer warm to the touch.
- 2
Add the strawberries, basil leaves, and cooled honey syrup to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30 seconds.
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