Gluten Free Chilled Strawberry Lime Infused Water
Staying hydrated has never looked this pretty. Sliced strawberries and rounds of fresh lime steep in cold water for hours, turning it a soft blush pink with a bright, citrusy fragrance that makes plain water feel genuinely exciting. It's the kind of drink that looks like it came from a spa menu but takes about five minutes of hands-on effort before the fridge does the rest of the work. Since it's built entirely from whole fruit and water, there's nothing to scrutinize on a label and no hidden additives to worry about — just clean, naturally flavored refreshment. A handful of ice and a sprig of fresh mint at serving time make it feel a little more special, whether you're setting it out for guests or just treating yourself on a warm afternoon. The longer it chills, the more the flavors develop, so making it the night before is a genuinely good idea.
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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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