Spinach Basil Lime Aid
Brighten up your day with this revitalizing Spinach Basil Lime Aid, a refreshing beverage packed with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. This quick and easy recipe combines the earthy goodness of fresh spinach, the aromatic zing of basil, and the tangy punch of lime juice, all sweetened naturally with honey or agave syrup for a vegan twist. Blended to a smooth, emerald-green elixir and chilled with ice, this drink is as visually stunning as it is nutritious. Perfect for hydrating on a hot day or impressing guests at a brunch, Spinach Basil Lime Aid is a deliciously creative way to enjoy your greens. Garnish with lime slices and basil leaves for an added touch of elegance and savor the ultimate blend of flavor and wellness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh spinach leaves
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Fresh lime juice
- 3 cups Cold water
- 2 tablespoons Honey (or agave syrup for vegan option)
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 4 slices Lime slices (optional for garnish)
- 4 leaves Fresh basil leaves (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Wash the fresh spinach and basil leaves thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
In a blender, combine the spinach leaves, basil leaves, fresh lime juice, cold water, and honey (or agave syrup).
Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and vibrant green. If desired, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove any pulp, though this step is optional if you prefer to keep the fiber.
Add the ice cubes to the blender and blend again for 15-20 seconds to chill the drink.
Taste and adjust sweetness, adding more honey or agave syrup if needed.
Pour the Spinach Basil Lime Aid into glasses and garnish with a lime slice and a fresh basil leaf if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing, nutrient-packed beverage!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
170 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 48 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.9 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 97 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 305 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
