Breastfeeding Friendly Dill Cucumber Seltzer
Staying well-hydrated while breastfeeding is one of those things that sounds simple but can genuinely be hard to keep up with, especially when plain water starts feeling boring. This sparkling cucumber drink is a refreshing upgrade that actually makes you want to reach for your glass. Fresh cucumber and fragrant dill are muddled together with a squeeze of lemon and a pinch of sea salt, then topped with chilled seltzer for a crisp, herby fizz that feels a little fancy without any effort. Every ingredient is clean, straightforward, and completely nursing-friendly — no caffeine, no added sugars, no mystery additives. The light salt content even helps with electrolyte balance, which is a quiet bonus when your body is working overtime. It comes together in minutes and strains into a beautiful, pale green drink that looks gorgeous with a cucumber ribbon and a sprig of dill on top. Sip it at your desk, during a feeding, or whenever you just need a moment that feels like a treat.
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2 servings
- ½ medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 6 sprigs fresh dill
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 2 cups plain seltzer water, chilled
For serving
- ice cubes, for serving
- 2 thin cucumber slices and 2 dill sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cucumber slices, dill sprigs, lemon juice, and sea salt in a pitcher or large glass. Muddle firmly with a muddler or the handle of a wooden spoon until the cucumber releases its juice and the dill is fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 2
Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes so the flavors infuse.
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