Lunch: Strawberry Basil Lemonade
Savory basil and sweet strawberries give Paula's lemonade extra punch.
This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:
Health and fertility benefits of Strawberry Basil Lemonade
Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Ingredients
3 cups sugar
1 lb strawberries, hulled and sliced, plus extra for garnish
1/2 cup basil leaves, tightly packed, plus extra for garnish
2 cups lemon juice, (fresh, if possible)
3 1/2 quarts water, (cold) plus one cup for cooking strawberries
Instructions
Bring 1 cup water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the sugar and stir until it dissolves. Add strawberries and basil and cook at a simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand until completely cool.
Strain the strawberry syrup and discard the solids.
In a one-gallon container, add lemon juice, water and strawberry basil syrup.
Stir until well mixed. Stir in additional garnishes, if desired.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 0
| Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories 0 | ||
| Fat 0 | ||
| Carbohydrate 0 | ||
| Protein 0 | ||
