Watermelon-Basil Sparklers

August 28, 2017

An incredibly, refreshingly, nutrient filled drink that not only quenches your thirst but feeds your health. Watermelons are made up mainly of water but also contains vitamins A, B6 and C, not to mention amino acids and antioxidants. So hydrate your body, get rid of toxins and give your skin a boost. Cheers or Kanpai (Japanese for ‘dry the glass!’) – a very good sentiment for this type of drink.

300g/10.5oz watermelon
7g/0.25oz fresh basil leaves
30ml/1fl oz lime juice
250ml/8.5 fl oz sparkling water
15-30ml/0.5-1fl oz maple syrup, optional

1. Puree watermelon in a blender until smooth. 2. Muddle the basil leaves, lime juice, and maple syrup in a pitcher. 3. Strain the watermelon juice through a fine sieve or cheesecloth into the pitcher. 4....
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Nutritions

Calories
14

Sodium
1.0mg
0% DV

Fat
0.07g
0% DV

Protein
0.1g
0% DV

Carbs
3g
1% DV

Fiber
0.0g
0% DV