Whole 30 Chilled Strawberry Basil Infused Water
Staying hydrated gets a serious upgrade when your water tastes like a summer garden. Fresh strawberries and bruised basil steep together overnight, turning plain filtered water into something lightly pink, subtly sweet, and genuinely refreshing. The trick of pressing the basil between your palms before adding it to the pitcher unlocks its aromatic oils, so every sip carries that bright, herby fragrance alongside the berry flavor. There's no added sugar, no sweeteners, and nothing processed — just whole fruit and fresh herbs doing all the work, which makes this a perfect fit for anyone following a strict elimination protocol. It's the kind of drink that makes plain water feel like a treat without bending a single rule. Pour it over ice and serve it straight from the fridge for an effortless, crowd-pleasing sip that works at a weekday lunch or a weekend brunch spread.
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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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