Lemon Basil Berry Salad

By JoshandMegs -
This too was part of our Easter dinner. The lemon basil syrup was delicious on the berries, and I would gladly eat this every day if I could.

Lemon Basil Berry Salad

Salad
1 c fresh strawberries
1/2 c fresh blackberries
1/2 c fresh blueberries
- honestly just use whatever fresh berries your heart desires. these are what i used -

Lemon Basil Syrup
1 c water
1/2 c sugar
1 c fresh basil leaves
1 lemon

Prepare syrup by bringing water and sugar to a boil (I actually did this step using the microwave, this time around); once boiling, remove from heat, stir in fresh basil leaves and juice of 1 lemon, and cool completely.
Combine berries in a bowl.
Add 2 tbsp lemon basil syrup (or more to taste).

Store syrup in the refrigerator. Remove basil leaves prior to storing.

Bon Appetite!

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