[Foodie Friday Recipe] Healthy Herbal Basil Ginger Limeade
Skip the sugary sodas and try a healthy summer herbal beverage instead, like this delicious basil ginger limeade!
Summer is almost here, and that means pot-lucks, backyard barbecues, and picnics – none of which would be complete without a cold, refreshing beverage in your hand! Unfortunately, most of the beverage offerings at these events tend to be sugary, chemical-filled soft drinks, which may taste good at the time but won’t do any favors for your health.
This summer, resolve to make a switch to a healthier option: homemade herbal-based beverages!
For example, this delicious basil ginger limeade is packed with fresh, summery flavors and healthy ingredients like anti-inflammatory ginger, and basil, which helps aid digestion. Plus, it’s super easy to whip up a big batch ahead of time for your next summer potluck or barbecue! Instead of reaching for a sugary soda, next time, try a delicious herbal beverage instead.
Ginger Basil Limeade Recipe
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons fresh, chopped basil
- 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
- ½ cup honey
- ½ cup lime juice
Directions:
- Place ginger, basil and water into a pot with a lid on it. I use stainless steel Revere pots; glass and enamel pots also work well
- Bring water and herbs just barely to a boil and then immediately turn off the fire
- Let basil and ginger steep for 1-2 hours
- Using a metal strainer, remove the herbs from the tea
- Gently re-heat tea and add honey
- Add lime juice and garnish
- Drink chilled for a great summer refreshment (or warm in the winter)
- The shelf life of this tea is about two days if kept covered in the refrigerator
For more tips on making this recipe, watch the video at LivingAwareness.com…
