Strawberry Basil Lemonade

Ingredients

• 1 cup of fresh strawberries
• 1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 2 tablespoons of honey
• 1/4 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 3 cups of cold water
• Ice cubes

Directions

1. In a blender, combine the strawberries, basil, honey and lemon juice.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Pour the mixture into a pitcher.
4. Add the cold water and stir to combine.
5. Add ice cubes to the pitcher.
6. Serve chilled.

Interesting Facts

• Lemonade is believed to have originated in ancient Egypt.
• Strawberries have been around since ancient Roman times.
• Basil has been used for thousands of years to flavor food.