Rice Free Cucumber Sparkling Water
Crisp, cool, and endlessly refreshing, this infused sparkling water is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're at a fancy spa without leaving your kitchen. Thin slices of English cucumber steep in chilled sparkling water until every sip carries that clean, subtly sweet flavor that cucumber does so well. A handful of fresh mint leaves, gently pressed to coax out their aroma, takes the whole thing to another level — fragrant without being overpowering. It comes together with almost zero effort and looks genuinely beautiful poured over ice in a tall glass. For anyone navigating grain-free or starch-free eating, staying hydrated with something that actually feels special can be a small but meaningful win — and this delivers that effortlessly. Keep a pitcher in the fridge and you'll find yourself reaching for it all day long.
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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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