Nightshade Free Chilled Strawberry Basil Infused Water
Staying hydrated has never felt this luxurious. Fresh strawberries and bruised basil leaves steep overnight in cold filtered water, turning a simple pitcher into something that looks and tastes like it came from a spa menu. The gentle bruising step is key — it coaxes out the basil's herbal fragrance without making the water taste bitter or overpowering. By morning, the water takes on a soft blush color and a subtly sweet, floral flavor that's genuinely refreshing. Since this recipe skips tomatoes, peppers, and every other common nightshade entirely, it's a completely worry-free sip for anyone navigating that restriction. Pour it over ice and serve straight from the pitcher for an effortless, elegant drink that works for a weekday afternoon or a weekend brunch spread.
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Learn more →Ingredients
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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