Pregnancy Friendly Dill Cucumber Seltzer
Staying hydrated during pregnancy can feel like a chore when plain water gets old fast, and this sparkling cucumber drink is the refreshing upgrade you didn't know you needed. Fresh cucumber, fragrant dill, and a squeeze of lemon come together in a way that feels fancy without requiring any special equipment or hard-to-find ingredients. The whole thing comes together with a quick muddle and a short infusion, so the flavors are bright and clean rather than flat or overpowering. Because it's built entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients — no artificial flavors, no added sugars, no mystery additives — you know exactly what you're sipping. It's naturally caffeine-free and alcohol-free, which makes it an easy yes at any point in your pregnancy. Serve it over ice with a pretty garnish and it honestly looks like something from a spa menu, which feels like a small but very real win on a long day.
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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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