O.k. all you berry lovin' people, don't hit the "close" or "delete" button yet. I know this doesn't sound like your usual smoothie, but it's yummy! AND.......it's a great way to use some of that basil you've been growing all summer. Keep some simple syrup in your fridge and you can whip this up in no time! Enjoy it as a mid-afternoon snack or, like me, as a quick and light breakfast. It's delicious and a bit more sophisticated than the typical strawberry/banana combo!
Sweet Basil Smoothie 4 (6 oz.) servings
(recipe from Giada at Home by Giada De Laurentiis)
1 1/4 cups plain yogurt
1 packed cup fresh basil leaves
Lemon Zest Syrup (recipes follows)
1 cup ice
Combine everything together in a blender until smooth and frothy. Serve immediately. ENJOY!
Lemon Zest Syrup
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
1 1/2 tsp. lemon zest
Combine everything in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring it to a boil; then reduce the heat. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved. Take off the heat and cool about 20 minutes. Strain into a small pitcher and use immediately or store in refrigerator for later.
For printable recipe, click here.
No comments:
Post a Comment