Blueberry and Basil Infused Sparkling Lemonade

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A refreshing sparkling lemonade infused with fresh blueberries and aromatic basil leaves, perfect for cooling off during patriotic celebrations. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together fresh blueberries, fresh basil leaves, fresh lemon juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 6, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 6 American cuisine 90 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a blender, combine 1 cup fresh blueberries and 10 fresh basil leaves. Blend for 30 seconds until smooth.
  2. Step 2: Strain the blueberry-basil mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove solids.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 cup fresh lemon juice and 3/4 cup simple syrup to the pitcher. Stir well to combine.
  4. Step 4: Fill the pitcher with 4 cups sparkling water and 2 cups ice cubes. Stir gently to mix.
  5. Step 5: Serve the lemonade over ice in glasses garnished with lemon slices, a few whole blueberries, and a sprig of basil for a festive presentation.

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