Anti Inflammatory Chilled Strawberry Basil Infused Water
Staying hydrated doesn't have to mean plain water, and this chilled infusion makes drinking enough feel genuinely enjoyable. Strawberries bring a natural sweetness along with antioxidants and vitamin C, while fresh basil adds an herbal brightness that also happens to be rich in anti-inflammatory compounds. The simple trick of bruising the basil leaves before adding them to the pitcher unlocks far more aroma and flavor than dropping them in whole. After a long, slow overnight steep in cold filtered water, the result is a lightly pink, fragrant drink that tastes like summer in a glass. It's the kind of thing you'll want to keep a pitcher of in the fridge all week. No sweeteners, no additives, no processed ingredients — just whole fruit, fresh herbs, and water working together exactly as nature intended.
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4 servings
- 8 medium strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 8 fresh basil leaves
- 8 cups cold filtered water
For serving
- 1 cup ice cubes, for serving
Instructions
- 1
Hull and slice the strawberries into halves or thirds. Gently press each basil leaf between your palms once to bruise it slightly and release its aroma.
- 2
Add the strawberries and basil to a large 2-quart pitcher. Pour the cold water over the fruit and herbs.
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