Whole30 Basil Syrup
Infuse your culinary creations with the vibrant, herbaceous essence of Whole30 Basil Syrup—an all-natural sweetener perfect for clean-eating enthusiasts. Made with just three simple ingredients—fresh basil leaves, water, and Medjool dates—this refined sugar-free syrup combines the aromatic charm of basil with the rich, caramel-like sweetness of dates. With only 5 minutes of prep and 15 minutes on the stovetop, this versatile syrup is quick to make and offers incredible flavor. Use it to brighten your favorite drinks like iced teas or sparkling basil sodas, or drizzle it over fresh fruit for a refreshing twist. Plus, it's completely Whole30-compliant, making it a guilt-free addition to your pantry. Indulge in this unique blend of sweet and savory and elevate your recipes the natural way!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup Water
- 6 pitted and chopped Medjool dates
Instructions
Begin by rinsing the fresh basil leaves under cool water to remove any dirt. Gently pat them dry with a clean towel or paper towel.
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water with the chopped Medjool dates. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, uncovered, for about 10 minutes. This will allow the dates to soften and release their natural sweetness.
After 10 minutes, add the fresh basil leaves into the saucepan and continue to simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Make sure the leaves are fully submerged in the liquid.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature. This steeping process allows the basil flavor to infuse into the syrup.
Once cooled, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean jar or a glass bottle, pressing down on the date solids to extract as much syrup as possible.
Discard the remaining solids. Store the basil syrup in the refrigerator, sealed tightly, for up to 1-2 weeks.
Use this Whole30 Basil Syrup to sweeten iced tea, make basil sodas with sparkling water, or drizzle over fresh fruit.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
402 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 108.6 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 96.0 g | ||
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 1066 mg | 23% | |
*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.
