Peanut Free Strawberry Basil Lemonade
Fresh strawberries, bright lemon juice, and fragrant basil come together in a drink that tastes like summer in a glass. The honey simple syrup adds a gentle, floral sweetness that plays beautifully against the tartness of the lemons and the herbal punch of the basil. Everything gets blended smooth and strained, so you end up with a silky, vibrant pink lemonade that looks just as stunning as it tastes. Store-bought flavored lemonades can be a minefield of mystery ingredients and shared production lines, but this one is made entirely from whole, recognizable foods you control from start to finish. Squeezing your own lemons and blending real strawberries means no hidden additives — just clean, bold flavor in every sip. Serve it over a big pile of ice with a sprig of basil on top and it instantly becomes the most impressive drink on the table.
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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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