Mediterranean Diet Friendly Dill Cucumber Seltzer
Fresh cucumber, bright dill, and a squeeze of lemon come together in a sparkling drink that feels like a warm afternoon on a Mediterranean terrace. This is the kind of beverage that proves simple, whole ingredients can be genuinely impressive — no syrups, no artificial flavors, just clean produce doing all the work. Muddling the cucumber and dill together coaxes out their natural oils and juice, creating a depth of flavor that plain infused water just can't match. The fine sea salt is a small but smart touch, rounding out the brightness of the lemon and making every sip taste more intentional. It comes together in minutes and looks stunning in the glass, especially with those optional cucumber and dill garnishes. Whether you're serving it at a dinner party or just treating yourself on a weeknight, this is the kind of refreshing, plant-forward drink that fits effortlessly into a lifestyle built around fresh, wholesome food.
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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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