MSG Free Cucumber-Basil Turmeric Tonic

Total time15 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time0 min

4.7

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This vibrant blended tonic is cool, herbal, and just a little earthy — the kind of drink that feels genuinely restorative without trying too hard. Fresh cucumber and bright basil do the heavy lifting, while turmeric adds a warm, golden depth that makes the whole thing feel a little special. A squeeze of lemon and a touch of honey round out the flavor so it's balanced rather than grassy or bitter. Every single ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, which means there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden additives sneaking into your glass. The blending and straining method pulls out a beautifully smooth, clear liquid that looks stunning topped with sparkling water and a few simple garnishes. It's the kind of thing you'd pay too much for at a juice bar, and it genuinely comes together in minutes at home.

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Ingredients

2 servings

1 medium english cucumber (about 10 oz), roughly chopped
1 cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
1 tsp fresh turmeric, peeled and grated (or ½ tsp ground turmeric)
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
1 tbsp honey
½ cup cold water
1 cup sparkling water, for topping
1 cup ice cubes

For serving

2 thin cucumber slices, for garnish (optional)
2 small fresh basil sprigs, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1
Add the chopped cucumber, basil leaves, turmeric, lemon juice, honey, and cold water to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
2
Pour the blended mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher or large measuring cup, pressing the solids with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids. Let the strained liquid rest for 5 minutes so any remaining foam settles.

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