Ten Minute Strawberry Basil Dessert
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I love making this as a dessert in a pinch. Usually I toss the berries with the sugar and let them marinate while I’m preparing the rest of the meal. This recipe is so simple and easy to prepare and yet vibrant and filled with amazing flavor. It is always a hit at my gatherings and I’m often asked for the recipe; frankly, I don’t this of this as a “recipe” it’s more of a method of how I deal with strawberries in a pinch!
Equipment
- mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 1 lb strawberries sliced in quarters
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh basil
Instructions
- Wash and slice and strawberries. Toss strawberries in a bowl with sugar and lemon zest and set aside for 5-10 minutes.1 lb strawberries, 2 tbsp sugar, 1 tbsp lemon zest
- Sprinkle with fresh basil and enjoy.2 tbsp fresh basil
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My Tips for the Best Bowl of Strawberries Ever
- Don’t skip the rest time. Letting the berries sit in the sugar and lemon zest for 5–10 minutes draws out the natural juices. It makes the dish feel saucier, like it’s been working all day—but nope, it’s just been sitting there being fabulous.
- Chiffonade your basil. Fancy word, easy trick—just stack the basil leaves, roll them like a little cigar, and slice into thin ribbons. It looks beautiful and gives the best distribution of that sweet-savory herb flavor.
- Want to elevate it even more? Spoon the strawberries over a dollop of coconut whipped cream or dairy-free vanilla yogurt. You can even use it to top your morning oats or chia pudding. Yes, dessert can totally double as breakfast.
Kitchen Tools You’ll Want
- Zester or microplane (a must for fresh lemon zest)
- Sharp paring knife for quartering the berries
- Pretty serving bowl (because yes, that matters too)
- Small mixing bowl
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