Nitrate & Nitrite Free Cucumber-Mint Water

Plain cucumber and fresh mint steeped in cold water sounds almost too simple, but the result is genuinely refreshing — clean, lightly herbal, and nothing like anything that comes out of a bottle. For anyone keeping a close eye on additives and preservatives, this kind of drink is a breath of fresh air, since store-bought flavored waters and sports drinks can hide a surprising number of unwanted extras in their ingredient lists. Here, every single ingredient is exactly what it looks like: real cucumber, real mint, real water. The longer you let it steep in the fridge, the more fragrant and flavorful it gets, so you can tailor it to your own taste without any guesswork. It's the kind of thing you can make in the morning and come back to all day, with the cucumber and mint continuing to do their thing right in the pitcher. Elegant enough to set out for guests, easy enough to make on a Tuesday — this one earns a permanent spot in your weekly routine.

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