Coconut Free Cucumber-Mint Water
There is something quietly refreshing about a pitcher of cool, herb-scented water sitting in the fridge, ready to pour at any moment. Thin cucumber slices and fresh mint leaves slowly release their flavor into cold water, creating a drink that feels spa-worthy without any effort or special equipment. For anyone navigating a coconut-free lifestyle, store-bought flavored waters and wellness drinks can be surprisingly tricky — many sneak in coconut water or coconut-derived flavorings. This recipe keeps things beautifully simple: just cucumber, mint, water, and optional ice, so you know exactly what you're drinking. The longer it steeps, the more fragrant and flavorful it becomes, making it easy to customize to your taste. It's the kind of thing you'll want to keep on rotation all week long.
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4 servings
- 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, lightly packed
- 8 cups cold water
- 1 cup ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the cucumber slices and mint leaves to a large pitcher.
- 2
Pour the cold water over the cucumber and mint. Stir briefly to submerge the ingredients.
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