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Sugar Free Basil Lemonade

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Sugar Free Basil Lemonade, a refreshing homemade recipe for lemonade with healthy benefits and no added sugar.
5 from 3 votes
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Sugar Free Basil Lemonade is such a refreshing beverage idea especially for summer.

I like that there is no added sugar in this recipe.

Sugar Free Basil Lemonade
Sugar Free Basil Lemonade

 

Sugar Free Basil Lemonade

 
This is a refreshing combination of lemon and and basil in a glass.

I like that this basil lemonade idea is a tasty alternative to the usual summer time lemonade!
 

Have you tried my recipe for Copycat Chick-fil-A Frozen Lemonade?

That recipe for lemonade is also a nice alternative to the usual lemonade but, without the added sugar.
This recipe for lemonade is not frozen but, could probably be served cold or over ice.

Juicing a lemon for homemade lemonade is easy to do. You can find a great selection of lemon juicers online to make your efforts more simple.

 

This recipe is for anyone asking what is lemon basil good for.

Certainly, lemon and basil taste great together in a recipe for homemade lemonade.
These are two flavors that seem to work well together in a beverage such as this one.

There are some benefits associated with eating or drinking lemons and basil.

Basil is a low carbohydrate low calorie herb that experts say has some antioxidant benefits as well.
Lemons, a citrus fruit, is loaded with vitamin C and fiber.

 

You may be wondering what are chia seeds good for since they are an optional ingredient in this recipe.

Adding a small amount of chia seeds to your lemonade will not change the flavor of this lemonade.
Rather than affecting the enjoyment of your lemonade, the chia seeds will add some nutrients instead.

Chia seeds are a favorite especially for vegan diet followers.

Not only do chia seeds have protein and fiber in them, they also have plenty of antioxidants to this recipe. The chia seeds in this recipe are only optional however, so you are welcome to not add them.
 

juice a lemon
juice a lemon

Here are some tips basil lemonade without sugar.

This recipe is made using stevia as a sweetener. Feel free to use the sweetener of your choice, such as honey or monk fruit, as an alternative.

Here are some more helpful tips.

  1. This recipe can be made in a pitcher using a simple long spoon or similar utensil to stir it. Other options include using a shaker or even a blender to make this recipe in.
  2. Make this a sparkling lemonade beverage. Simple use sparling water or club soda instead of all or some of the added water
  3. This recipe can also be made boozy. Simply stir in a bit of vodka or light tequila. You may need to adjust the sweetener or lemon as needed for taste.

 

How to store basil seed lemonade.

This recipe should keep if refrigerate for up to two days. Another option is to freeze the lemonade using an ice cube tray or popsicle mold.
 

Here are some similar recipes that you may also like.

 

 

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  • Sugar Free Vanilla Ice Cream.
  • Cherry Frozen Yogurt with no added sugar.
  • How to make Sugar Free Watermelon Sorbet.
  • Sugar Free Watermelon Lime Popsicles.
  • Frozen Double Pudding Pops- no added sugar.
  • Sugar Free Lemon Frozen Yogurt
  • Raspberry Pudding Pops- no added sugar.
  • Sugar Free Chocolate Banana Ice Cream.

 

 

Keep up to date with my recipes

 

You can check out my guide on baking with sugar alternatives on Amazon
 

I have some great tips on which alternatives may work in a recipe such as this one.

Be sure to follow me on facebook and subscribe to my recipes via email to keep up to date as well.

 

Sugar Free Basil Lemonade
Sugar Free Basil Lemonade

The recipe for homemade sugar free lemonade with basil.

The easiest way to make this recipe for lemonade is to use a blender, although you can also make it by hand in a pitcher.
A blender will ensure that the ingredients get well blended together.

 

I mentioned that chia seeds can be added to this recipe for added healthy benefits.
To add the chia seeds you will need to allow them to sit in the lemonade for 15 minutes or until they double in size, stirring occasionally.
 

Ingredients needed to make sugar free basil lemonade.

  • Lemon juice- 1 cup, freshly squeeze is preferred. That is about five and a half average sized lemons squeezed.
  • Stevia- ½ cup. Feel free to adjust this amount to your tastes or use the sugar alternative of your choice instead.
  • Basil- 1 cup of fresh basil leaves. Additional as needed for garnish when serving.
  • Water- 3 cups cold.
  • Ice
  • Optional- chia seeds- 3-5 teaspoons or as desired.

 

How to make chia lemonade with basil.

 

  • In a blender, blend together the lemon juice, stevia, and basil until smooth.
  • Place a strainer over a large pitcher and pour the contents from the blender into the pitcher to remove the large remnants.
  • Add the water to the pitcher and the chia seeds. Allow the chia seeds to double in size become gelatinous (about 15 minutes) before serving, stirring as needed.
  • Serve this lemonade over ice with additional basil as a garnish.

 

Sugar Free Basil Lemonade

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Sugar Free Basil Lemonade

Sugar Free Basil Lemonade, a refreshing homemade recipe for lemonade with healthy benefits and no added sugar.
Prep Time10 mins
Servings: 8 servings

Equipment

  • Blender

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Lemon Juice -fresh
  • ½ cup Stevia - see post for alternatives and details
  • 1 cup Basil - fresh leaves
  • 3 cups Water

Instructions

  • In a blender, blend together the lemon juice, stevia, and basil until smooth. Place a strainer over a large pitcher and pour the contents from the blender into the pitcher to remove the large remnants.
    juice a lemon
  • Add the water to the pitcher and the chia seeds. Allow the chia seeds to double in size become gelatinous (about 15 minutes) before serving, stirring as needed. Serve this lemonade over ice with additional basil as a garnish.
    Sugar Free Basil Lemonade

Recipe Notes

*Please check the nutritional labels to assure that you are sticking to your diet restrictions for any substitutions used.
- see post for alternatives
Please see recipe post for further details on this recipe.
Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that are used.
The easiest way to make this recipe for lemonade is to use a blender, although you can also make it by hand in a pitcher.
A blender will ensure that the ingredients get well blended together.
 
I mentioned that chia seeds can be added to this recipe for added healthy benefits.
To add the chia seeds you will need to allow them to sit in the lemonade for 15 minutes or until they double in size, stirring occasionally.
See post on the sugarfreediva.com for important details on this recipe!
*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This means that the links on this website, and specifically on this post, that lead to other sites may be affiliate links.

Nutrition

Calories: 7kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 40mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 160IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg
Please note: Nutritional data has been calculated using a tool that comes with this recipe card and not by me. This means that Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that you use. The accuracy of this tool may differ from other tools as expected. Also note that there is no instructional value to the video that may be attached to this recipe. It is only there for visual pleasure. For more information about the images in this recipe, please refer the the recipe instructions. Thank you!

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Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that are used.

Sugar Free Basil Lemonade, a refreshing homemade recipe for lemonade with healthy benefits and no added suga

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