Frosty Basil Lemonade Recipe Healthy Refreshing Blender Recipe
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- 3 cups (720 ml) filtered water
- 1 1/2 lemons, peeled, halved, seeded
- 2 Tablespoons (50 g) powdered stevia (add more if desired)
- 1/2 cup (20 g) fresh organic basil leaves
- 1 cup (240 ml) ice cubes made from filtered water
- Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure lid.
- Select Variable 1.
- Turn machine on and slowly increase speed to Variable 10, then to High.
- Blend for 1 minute or until desired consistency is reached.
This recipe has been written for the Vitamix 5200 with Standard 64-ounce container. If you are using a different Vitamix machine or container size, you may need to make adjustments to the Variable Speed, processing time, and/or ingredient quantities.
The Frosty Basil Lemonade Recipe is the perfect addition to a hot summer day of pool lounging or kids playing outside. You can really have fun with this version of lemonade. Try adding a splash of spirits for a mixed drink at the barbeque or cookout, then top with a mint sprig and striped straw. Or, pour into popsicle molds ahead of time, then serve to the kids when they come in from outside begging for a popsicle. The Frosty Basil Lemonade Recipe pops also make a fun treat at birthday parties and showers. To make them look a little more organic (think the professional chef version), add the basil after you’ve blended all ingredients for one minute. Blend in the Vitamix or Blendtec until the basil is in small pieces but not entirely pureed. Your guests will love the pops of unexpected basil flavor in the Frosty Basil Lemonade Recipe!
- Recipe by: https://vitamix.com/Find-Recipes/F/R/Frosty-Basil-Lemonade?SRCH=1
- Recipe Type: Beverage
- Servings: 3 cups (720 ml)
Special Equipment:
Blendtec blender, Vitamix Blender, Blender Bottle, Cutting board, Knife, Measuring cup, Measuring spoon, Pitcher, Large Glass, To Go Container
Water is a transparent fluid which forms the world’s streams, lakes, oceans and rain, and is the major constituent of the fluids of living things. Water is essential for human health, but the proper source and amount varies from person to person and within a person over time. All human cells and systems require water, so it’s essential to keep hydrated.
The lemon is a small evergreen tree native to Asia. The juice, pulp, and skin of the fruit are all used in cooking around the world. Though lemons have an acidic, tart taste – they are one of the strongest alkaline-forming foods. Lemon juice is a great way to help balance pH. Lemons are very high in Vitamin C and have a strong antioxidant and antibiotic effect.
Stevia is a sweetener and sugar substitute extracted from the leaves of the plant species Stevia rebaudiana. Stevia has zero calories, zero carbohydrates, and zero glycemic index – making it a safe sweetener for diabetics. Stevia is also up to 200 times more sweet than sugar, meaning a very small amount is used in recipes.
Basil, Thai basil, or sweet basil, is a common name for the culinary herb Ocimum basilicum of the family Lamiaceae. Basil is a very good source of Vitamin K. It is also high in manganese and copper, and has ample amounts of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, calcium, folate, and iron. Basil is DNA-protective, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and good for cardiovascular health.
About The Frosty Basil Lemonade Recipe
The Frosty Basil Lemonade Recipe is an amazing addition to a hot summer day. Going on a picnic, to the beach or poolside? Whip up a batch of this frosty concoction and sip until your heart’s content. Take the Frosty Basil Lemonade Recipe to a cookout or barbeque for a welcome twist to the traditional version. Want your kids to eat a healthy treat while not climbing up the walls from a sugar high? Freeze the Frosty Basil Lemonade Recipe into popsicle molds and give to them as treats! While this healthy drink is full of vitamin C, it is also alkaline-forming and will help to restore the body’s natural pH. It can be made in big batches, each taking less than 10 minutes. And, it’s super inexpensive at around $1 per glass.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]
Why make the Frosty Basil Lemonade Recipe?
The Frosty Basil Lemonade Recipe is a wonderful variation to the traditional lemonade. You can serve up at parties, gatherings, outings or just as a drink at home. The Frosty Basil Lemonade Recipe is also a nice option to add the lemonade stand, if your kids are looking to have a little fun. This recipe is super easy to make in the Vitamix or Blendtec because these powerful machines puree the mixture. You will get all the benefits of eating the skin on the insides of the lemons, and not just the lemon juice that you would in traditional lemonades. Essentially, all the fiber will keep you full longer. Frosty Basil Lemonade is safe for diabetics since it’s made with the natural sweetener stevia. A low cost and more flavorful alternative to those sugar-filled store juice varieties.
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