STRAWBERRY-BASIL REFRESHER

Strawberry-Basil Refresher image

Fresh strawberries and basil are everywhere, so get them together for a cooler that's pure sunshine. I garnish with basil leaves and sip outdoors. -Carolyn Turner, Reno, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2/3 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
Ice cubes
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 bottle (1 liter) club soda, chilled

Steps:

Place lemon juice, sugar, strawberries and 1 cup ice cubes in a blender; cover and process until blended. Add basil; pulse 1 or 2 times to combine., Divide strawberry mixture among 12 cocktail glasses. Fill with ice; top with club soda.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 18mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges