Fresh Frozen Strawberry Basil Lemonade Slushie
A quick and refreshing summer slushie combining frozen strawberries, fresh basil, and tangy lemonade for a perfect cool-down drink.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (300g) frozen strawberries
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (loosely packed)
- 1/2 cup (120ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/3 cup (80ml) simple syrup
- 1/2 cup (120ml) cold water or sparkling water
- 1 cup (240ml) ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the simple syrup by combining 1/3 cup sugar and 1/3 cup water in a small saucepan. Heat gently until sugar dissolves, then cool completely. (Skip if using store-bought syrup.)
- Juice the lemons to get 1/2 cup (120ml) lemon juice. Strain to remove seeds if necessary.
- In a high-speed blender, combine frozen strawberries, fresh basil leaves, lemon juice, simple syrup, and cold or sparkling water. Add ice cubes if a thicker slushie is desired.
- Blend starting on low speed for 30 seconds, then increase to high for 1-2 minutes until smooth and slushy with no large chunks.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more simple syrup or honey if too tart, or more water if too thick.
- Serve immediately, garnished with a fresh basil leaf or lemon slice if desired.
Notes
If the slushie settles after sitting, stir or pulse in the blender again before serving. Fresh basil should be used for best flavor; remove stems if mature to avoid bitterness. Simple syrup can be substituted with honey or agave nectar for a natural sweetener. For a creamier texture, add 1/4 cup coconut or almond milk. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 1 cup
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 28
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 0.3
- Carbohydrates: 34
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 1
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