Spice Free Dill Cucumber Seltzer
Cool, crisp, 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 dill are muddled together with a squeeze of lemon and a pinch of sea salt, then topped with chilled seltzer for a drink that feels fancy without any fuss. For anyone avoiding spices, finding a flavored beverage that doesn't sneak in pepper, chili, or mystery seasoning blends can be surprisingly tricky — this one keeps things clean and herb-forward with nothing to second-guess. The muddling step is key: it coaxes out the cucumber's natural juice and wakes up the dill so every sip is aromatic and bright. A quick infusion rest before you add the seltzer makes a noticeable difference in depth of flavor. Strained over ice and garnished with a fresh cucumber ribbon and a feathery dill sprig, it looks like something from a spa menu but comes together in minutes at home.
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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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