Fructose Free Cucumber Sparkling Water
Cool, crisp, and endlessly refreshing, this infused sparkling water is the kind of drink that makes plain hydration feel like a treat. Thin slices of English cucumber steep gently in chilled sparkling water, releasing a clean, subtle flavor that's light without being bland. A few fresh mint leaves pressed just enough to wake up their aroma take the whole thing to another level. For anyone managing fructose intake, finding a flavorful drink that doesn't rely on fruit juice, sweeteners, or flavored sodas can feel limiting — this one solves that problem beautifully. Cucumber is naturally low in fructose, and the ingredient list stays completely free of anything that could cause a reaction. It comes together in minutes with almost no effort, then chills in the fridge until you're ready to pour. Serve it over ice at a backyard gathering or keep a pitcher in the fridge all week — it disappears fast either way.
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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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