Orange-Basil Cooler

Orange-Basil Cooler
Orange-Basil Cooler might be just the beverage you are searching for. This recipe makes 2 servings with 73 calories, 1g of protein, and 0g of fat each. This recipe covers 7% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. A mixture of soda water, lightly basil leaves, orange juice, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so yummy. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and vegan diet.

Instructions

1
In a 1-quart glass measure or bowl, combine basil leaves (see notes) and sugar. With a wooden spoon, crush leaves with the sugar until thoroughly bruised.
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2
Add orange juice and mix.
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3
Pour through a fine wire strainer into two ice-filled glasses (at least 10- to 12-oz. size).
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4
Add soda water to each glass and mix.
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5
Garnish coolers with rinsed sprigs of fresh basil.
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DifficultyMedium
Ready In45 m.
Servings2
Health Score18
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