Capsaicin Free Chilled Strawberry Lime Infused Water
Sweet, bright, and endlessly refreshing, this infused water is the kind of drink that makes a plain glass feel like a treat. Sliced strawberries and rounds of fresh lime steep together in cold water until the whole pitcher turns a soft blush pink with a gentle citrus fragrance. For anyone navigating a capsaicin-free lifestyle, beverages can be a sneaky source of trouble — spicy-infused waters and flavored drinks sometimes hide heat in unexpected places. This one keeps things beautifully simple: just fruit, water, and time in the fridge. A few hours of chilling is all it takes to coax out that lightly sweet, tangy flavor without any additives or artificial ingredients. Serve it over ice with a sprig of fresh mint for a little extra elegance, and it's instantly the most photogenic thing on the table. It's the perfect pitcher to keep on hand all week for sipping, entertaining, or just staying hydrated in the most delicious way possible.
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4 servings
- 8 medium strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 lime, thinly sliced into rounds
- 8 cups cold water
For serving
- 1 cup ice cubes, for serving
- 4 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Hull and slice the strawberries into halves or thirds, and cut the lime into thin rounds. Add both to a large pitcher.
- 2
Pour 8 cups of cold water over the fruit. Stir gently to distribute the fruit evenly throughout the pitcher.
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