Name: Basil Mint Lemon Slushie
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients: 1 cup packed basil leaves; 1/2 cup packed mint leaves; zest of 1/2 lemon; Juice of 1/2 lemon; 2 to 3 tablespoons agave nectar (or sub honey or maple syrup); 1/2 cup filtered water; 2 cups ice; Optional: Lemon slice and extra mint or basil for garnish

Description

A healthy and super refreshing slushie made using fresh basil, mint, and lemon. Perfect for hot summer days. Makes a delicious healthy dessert.

Ingredients

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1 cup packed basil leaves
1/2 cup packed mint leaves
zest of 1/2 lemon
Juice of 1/2 lemon
2 to 3 tablespoons agave nectar (or sub honey or maple syrup)
1/2 cup filtered water
2 cups ice
Optional: Lemon slice and extra mint or basil for garnish

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Instructions

Add all of the ingredients EXCEPT for the ice to a blender. Blend on high until everything is mostly smooth. Add the ice and use the ice crush setting to crush the ice until it is smooth and a slushy like consistency. You may need to stir it a few times to break up the ice. Transfer to a glass and garnish with a lemon slice and/or mint leaves or basil leave, if desired. serve immediately.