Vegetarian Chilled Strawberry Lime Infused Water
Bright, refreshing, and almost too pretty to drink, this fruit-infused water is the kind of thing that makes a plain glass feel like a spa moment. 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. The longer it sits in the fridge, the more the flavors develop — anywhere from two hours to a full eight gives you a noticeably different depth of taste. Pouring it over ice and tucking in a sprig of fresh mint takes it from simple to genuinely impressive with almost zero extra effort. There are no hidden additives, no artificial flavors, and nothing to second-guess — just whole fruit and water doing exactly what they're supposed to do. It's a perfect make-ahead option for gatherings, afternoon refreshment, or just staying hydrated without reaching for something sugary.
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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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