Best Watermelon Basil Soda Recipe 465 Recipes

WATERMELON BASIL SPRITZER

Steps:

• Divide the watermelon cubes and basil between 2 white wine glasses, then add the lemon lime soda. Add the wine and stir.

WATERMELON BASIL SODA RECIPE - (4.6/5)

Steps:

• Using a large spoon or melon baller, scoop the flesh of the watermelon into a food processor. Pulse until the melon is completely pureed. (Depending upon the size of the food processor, this may be done in batches.) Place a fine mesh strainer over a large bowl and pour the puréed melon into the strainer. Strain and discard any seeds or pulp. Pour the watermelon juice into a large pitcher. Add the fresh basil leaves and use a wooden spoon to press the basil against the bottom of the pitcher, crushing the basil and releasing its flavors. Stir in the sparkling water. For added sweetness, also stir in the pear juice. Serve immediately.

WATERMELON BASIL SALAD

Steps:

• Stack basil leaves on top of each other and roll tightly into a log. Slice lengthwise into thin ribbons.
• Combine basil slices and watermelon in a large bowl. Drizzle lemon juice over watermelon.
• Mix salt and chili powder together in a small bowl; sprinkle over watermelon and toss to combine. Chill salad before serving, at least 30 minutes.

WATERMELON SODA

Steps:

• Blend cubed watermelon and ice cubes together in a blender until smooth; pour into 6 cups. Pour enough sparkling water into each cup to fill to the top; stir. Garnish each cup with a watermelon wedge.

WATERMELON JUICE WITH BASIL AND LIME

Steps:

• Cut the watermelon into quarters, and then roughly chop each quarter into 2-inch pieces.
• Fill a blender with watermelon chunks until it is halfway full.
• Add the basil and lime juice to the blender.
• Cover and pulse on low until the ingredients are mostly incorporated. Once incorporated, blend on high for 10 to 15 seconds.
• Serve immediately.