Nightshade Free Cucumber-Basil Turmeric Tonic
Cool, herby, and faintly golden from fresh turmeric, this sparkling tonic is the kind of drink that feels like a genuine treat without a drop of anything that could cause a flare-up. Cucumber and basil do the heavy lifting here ā blended together with lemon juice and honey, they create a bright, garden-fresh base that's naturally free from the nightshade family entirely. Turmeric adds a subtle earthiness and a gorgeous warm hue, and because you're straining the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve, the final result is silky-smooth and beautifully clear. Topping each glass with sparkling water gives it a festive, effervescent lift that makes it feel far more special than the effort involved. It's a great option when you want something refreshing that goes beyond plain water but doesn't require scanning a label for hidden pepper derivatives or spice blends. Serve it over ice with a cucumber slice and a sprig of basil and it looks like something straight off a spa menu.
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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 Ā½ tsp ground turmeric)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 1 tbsp honey
- Ā½ 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 30ā45 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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