Rice Free Coconut Water with Cucumber & Ginger
Crisp, cooling, and quietly refreshing, this infused drink is exactly what you want on a warm afternoon or after a workout. Coconut water brings natural electrolytes and a subtle sweetness, while thin cucumber slices and freshly grated ginger steep right into it for a flavor that feels spa-worthy without any effort. The whole thing comes together in a pitcher with just a few minutes of prep and a short rest to let everything meld. There's no cooking, no blending, and absolutely nothing to second-guess — every ingredient here is straightforwardly grain-free by nature, so it fits a rice-free lifestyle without any substitutions or workarounds. A handful of fresh mint leaves at the end adds a bright herbal note that makes it feel a little more special. It's the kind of drink that looks impressive in a glass but asks almost nothing of you in the kitchen.
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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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