Macadamia Free Dill Cucumber Seltzer
Cool, herby, and genuinely refreshing, this sparkling cucumber drink is the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat all summer long. Fresh cucumber and fragrant dill are muddled together with a squeeze of lemon and a pinch of sea salt, creating a flavor base that's bright, savory, and a little unexpected. After a short infusion, chilled seltzer is poured over the top and the whole thing is strained into ice-filled glasses for a clean, elegant finish. It comes together in under ten minutes with nothing more than a pitcher, a muddler, and a handful of fresh ingredients. Tree nut concerns are completely off the table here — every component is straightforward and naturally free of any such worries. Dress it up with a cucumber ribbon and a dill sprig for a garnish that looks far more impressive than the effort required. Whether you're hosting or just treating yourself, this is the kind of drink that makes plain water feel like a distant memory.
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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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