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Strawberry Basil Slushie

This strawberry basil slushie is a blended icy beverage featuring frozen strawberries and fresh basil. The result is a vibrant, smooth drink with a bright red color and a hint of herbal aroma, with a refreshing and slightly thick texture perfect for summer days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups frozen strawberries preferably peeled and stemmed
  • a handful fresh basil leaves about 10 leaves
  • juice of 1 lemon fresh lemon juice for brightness
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 1-2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup optional, for sweetness

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Place the frozen strawberries into the blender.
  2. Add the fresh basil leaves on top of the strawberries.
  3. Squeeze the juice of one lemon into the blender for a bright, zesty flavor.
  4. Pour in the cold water and drizzle honey or agave syrup if you want extra sweetness.
  5. Secure the lid on the blender and start blending on high speed. Blend until the mixture is smooth, thick, and evenly icy, about 30-40 seconds. You should see a vibrant red color with tiny herbal flecks.
  6. Pour the slushie into glasses. If desired, garnish with a small basil leaf or a lemon twist for presentation.
  7. Enjoy immediately while icy and refreshing, experiencing the bright fruit combined with aromatic basil in every sip.

Notes

For a thicker slushie, add more frozen berries. Adjust sweetness by varying honey or syrup. Use fresh basil for a more pronounced herbal flavor. Make sure the strawberries are well frozen for the best icy texture.