Low Iodine Cranberry Orange Infused Water
Staying well-hydrated is one of the most important things you can do while following a low-iodine protocol, and plain water gets old fast. This infused pitcher turns hydration into something genuinely refreshing — pale pink-red in color, lightly tart from the cranberries, and brightened by the natural sweetness of fresh orange slices. The trick of gently pressing the cranberries before adding them to the pitcher is a small step that makes a big difference, coaxing out their juice and color without any added ingredients. Everything here is whole, fresh fruit and cold water — no packaged mixes, no additives, and nothing that would raise a red flag on a restricted eating plan. After a few hours in the fridge, the water takes on a soft citrus-cranberry aroma that makes it feel far more special than it is to put together. Pour it over ice straight from the pitcher and let the fruit keep infusing as you go back for refills.
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4 servings
- 8 cups cold water
- ½ cup fresh cranberries, rinsed
- 1 medium orange, thinly sliced into rounds
For serving
- ½ cup ice cubes, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Lightly squeeze or gently press the cranberries between your fingers over the pitcher to break the skins — this releases their juice and color into the water.
- 2
Add the cranberries and orange slices to a large 2-quart pitcher, then pour in the 8 cups of cold water.
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