AIP Friendly Coconut Water with Cucumber & Ginger
Hydration gets a serious upgrade when you let crisp cucumber and bright, zingy ginger steep into naturally sweet coconut water. The result is a refreshing, lightly infused drink that feels spa-worthy but comes together in minutes with almost zero effort. For anyone navigating the autoimmune protocol, finding beverages that are genuinely safe and satisfying can be trickier than it sounds — this one checks every box without any guesswork. Coconut water brings natural electrolytes to the table, while cucumber keeps things cool and ginger adds that gentle warming kick that makes each sip interesting. The optional mint leaves take it from simple to downright elegant, and the short infusion rest is really the only "technique" involved. It's the kind of drink you'll want to keep on rotation all week, especially on days when plain water just isn't cutting it.
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2 servings
- 2 cups coconut water, chilled
- ½ medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, peeled and grated
- 4–6 fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the cucumber slices and grated ginger to a pitcher or large glass. Pour the chilled coconut water over them.
- 2
Stir gently, then let the mixture rest for 10 minutes so the cucumber and ginger infuse into the coconut water.
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