Watermelon Basil Infused Water Recipe 425 Food

WATERMELON-MINT WATER

Steps:

• Place 4 cups 1/2 inch-cubed watermelon (about 1 1/4 pounds; lightly smashed) and 6 sprigs mint (lightly crushed) in a pitcher. For still infused water, add 2 quarts of water. For sparkling water, add 1 quart of seltzer during prep and a second quart just before serving. Refrigerate 2 to 4 hours to allow the ingredients to infuse. Stir well and strain, discarding the solids. For serving, add fresh watermelon and mint sprigs for garnish and plenty of ice. The infused water will keep refrigerated for up to 2 days.

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.

WATERMELON BASIL INFUSED WATER RECIPE - (4.2/5)

Steps:

• Add watermelon and basil to a liter-size jar or bottle. Fill with water, cover and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour before enjoying.

WATERMELON BASIL LEMONADE

Steps:

• Combine in a stainless steel pot the water and sugar. Zest 4 of the lemons into the water and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer for 5 minutes. Turn off heat and strain the lemon zest out. Add to the ice to chill.
• While water is coming to a boil, squeeze the juice from all 8 lemons in a blender. Add in basil and watermelon. Puree until smooth.
• Once the lemon syrup is cold, combine with the basil-watermelon puree. Stir well and let sit in the cooler for 1 hour before drinking to allow time for the flavors to meld.