Peanut Free Cucumber-Basil Turmeric Tonic
This vibrant blended tonic is the kind of drink that looks like it came from a trendy wellness café but comes together in your own kitchen with just a handful of fresh ingredients. Cool cucumber and fragrant basil are blended with bright lemon juice, honey, and earthy turmeric before being strained into a silky, jewel-toned liquid that's genuinely refreshing. The sparkling water finish gives it a lively fizz that makes it feel a little celebratory, even on a regular Tuesday afternoon. Because every ingredient here is whole and straightforward, there's no need to scrutinize labels for hidden additives or worry about shared-facility cross-contact — you know exactly what's going into your glass. The turmeric adds a subtle warmth and gorgeous golden hue without overpowering the cool, herby base, and the honey rounds everything out with just enough sweetness. It's an ideal option for anyone who wants something more interesting than plain water but still clean and naturally made.
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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 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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