Gut Friendly Dill Cucumber Seltzer
Fresh cucumber and bright dill come together in this sparkling drink that feels like a spa day in a glass. The process is simple — muddle, infuse, strain, and pour — but the result is genuinely refreshing and a little bit fancy. Plain seltzer keeps things light and fizzy without any added sugars, artificial sweeteners, or mystery ingredients that can upset a sensitive digestive system. A squeeze of lemon juice lifts the whole thing, adding just enough tartness to balance the cool, grassy notes from the cucumber and dill. Because every ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, you know exactly what you're sipping, which is a rare and welcome thing when you're being mindful about what goes into your body. Serve it over ice with a few garnishes and it looks impressive enough for guests, but it's honestly just as good as a quiet afternoon treat for yourself.
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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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