Dairy Free Dill Cucumber Seltzer
This refreshing sparkling drink is the kind of thing that makes you feel like you're sitting on a patio somewhere fancy, even if you're just standing at your kitchen counter. Fresh cucumber and fragrant dill get muddled together with a squeeze of lemon and a pinch of sea salt, then topped with chilled seltzer for a drink that's bright, herby, and just a little savory in the best way. Since it's built entirely from whole, plant-based ingredients, there's nothing to swap or substitute — it's naturally free of dairy without any compromise to flavor or texture. The muddling step is the real magic here, coaxing out the cucumber's cool juice and releasing all that grassy dill aroma before the bubbles even hit the glass. A quick five-minute infusion is all it takes before you strain everything into ice-filled glasses and add a pretty garnish if you're feeling it. It's an ideal non-alcoholic option for entertaining, a spa-day-at-home vibe, or just a more interesting way to stay hydrated on a warm afternoon.
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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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