Brunch Basics: Strawberry Lime Delight

Brunch is a great time to have refreshing fruit juices.  They balance out the eggs, meats, and starches so well.  Plus, they just taste delicious!  This Strawberry Lime Delight is made as a pitcher so it can serve a gathering.  I made it non-alcoholic.  However, feel free to substitute the club soda for sparkling wine for a tasty mimosa.  This would also be good with a shot of dark rum and served in the late afternoon.

Strawberry Lime Delight

• 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1-2 limes, freshly squeezed
• 1 liter club soda
• Orange juice

Combine strawberries and lime in a blender.  Pureé until smooth.  Add club soda and blend until combined.  Pour into a pitcher.

In each glass fill with ice and pour half way up with orange juice.  Add the strawberry mixture.  Without mixing, this makes a beautiful presentation along with a strawberry on the rim.

(You can also combine strawberry mixture and orange juice into one pitcher for easier serving. )