Gluten-Free Strawberry Basil Lemonade
By the Gluten Free Recipes team ·
This vibrant Strawberry Basil Lemonade offers a refreshing burst of sweet strawberries, a hint of peppery basil, and the bright tang of fresh lemon. It's a perfectly balanced, thirst-quenching beverage that's both invigorating and delightfully simple to prepare.
At a glance: This easy drinks and smoothies recipe yields 2 servings in about 8 minutes (3 min prep, 5 min cook). It uses 7 ingredients — including fresh strawberries, fresh basil leaves, freshly squeezed lemon juice — and walks through 4 steps. Updated . Browse more drinks and smoothies recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.
Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Strawberry Basil Lemonade: When preparing this drinks and smoothies recipe, when purchasing ingredients, always check labels for gluten-containing grains or cross-contamination warnings. Ensure your blender and any utensils used are thoroughly cleaned to avoid any contact with gluten In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.
Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Strawberry Basil Lemonade: This recipe is naturally gluten-free, relying on fresh fruits, herbs, and lemon juice. Always ensure any processed ingredients like sweeteners are certified gluten-free.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 4-6 lemons)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar or your preferred sweetener (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups ice cubes
- Fresh strawberry slices and basil sprigs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a blender, combine the fresh strawberries, packed fresh basil leaves, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and water. Blend on high speed for about 30-45 seconds, or until the strawberries and basil are completely pureed into a smooth liquid.
- 2
Add the granulated sugar or your chosen sweetener to the blender, starting with 1/4 cup. Blend again for another 15-20 seconds to fully incorporate the sweetener and ensure it dissolves. Taste the mixture and add more sweetener if desired, blending briefly after each addition until the perfect balance of sweet and tart is achieved.
- 3
Add the ice cubes to the blender. Secure the lid and blend on high speed for approximately 45-60 seconds, or until the ice is crushed and the lemonade reaches a slushy, well-chilled consistency. The mixture should be frosty and uniformly blended.
- 4
Pour the Strawberry Basil Lemonade immediately into chilled glasses. If desired, garnish each glass with a fresh strawberry slice and a sprig of basil for an extra touch of elegance and aroma.
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Tips & Notes
- Zest the lemon before juicing — it's nearly impossible to zest after the lemon is squeezed.
- Blend smoothies from frozen fruit for a thicker, colder result without diluting with ice.
- Make this ahead and refrigerate overnight for the best results.
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