Legume Free Chilled Strawberry Basil Infused Water
Fresh strawberries and fragrant basil come together in this beautifully simple infused water that looks as stunning as it tastes. Bruising the basil leaves before adding them to the pitcher is the small but essential step that unlocks their herbal aroma, letting it meld overnight with the sweet, jammy notes of the sliced strawberries. After a long chill in the fridge, the water turns a delicate blush pink and smells absolutely incredible — the kind of thing that makes guests ask what you're serving before they even sit down. It's naturally free of beans, lentils, peas, and any other legume-derived additives, so there's no label-scanning required — just three clean, whole ingredients and water. Pour it over ice for a refreshing drink that works equally well at a backyard gathering, a weekday lunch, or as a gentle nudge to actually hit your hydration goals. Keeping the fruit and herbs in the pitcher rather than the glass means every pour stays crisp and clean without getting pulpy.
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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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