Low Sugar Cucumber Sparkling Water
Staying hydrated doesn't have to mean reaching for a sweetened drink, and this cucumber sparkling water proves that refreshing and flavorful can coexist without a single gram of added sugar. Crisp English cucumber slices slowly infuse into chilled sparkling water, creating a drink that tastes clean, cool, and subtly fresh. A few gently pressed mint leaves take it to the next level, adding a soft herbal note that makes the whole pitcher feel a little fancy. It's the kind of drink you'd expect to find at a spa, but it comes together in your own kitchen with almost zero effort. The trick is giving it at least 30 minutes in the fridge — that resting time is what transforms plain sparkling water into something genuinely craveable. Pour it over ice and let a few cucumber slices float into each glass for a presentation that's as pretty as it is satisfying.
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4 servings
- 1 medium english cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 liter sparkling water, chilled
- 6 fresh mint leaves (optional)
- 2 cups ice
Instructions
- 1
Add the cucumber slices to a pitcher. Add the mint leaves, if using, and gently press them once with a spoon to release their aroma without bruising them.
- 2
Pour the chilled sparkling water over the cucumber and mint. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, until the water is lightly infused with cucumber flavor.
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