Beef Free Fruit-Infused Water
Bright citrus, cool cucumber, and fresh mint come together in a pitcher that looks as good as it tastes. The simple trick of bruising the mint leaves before adding them unlocks their natural oils, giving the water a subtle herbal lift that makes plain hydration feel genuinely special. Lemon and orange slices slowly infuse the cold water with a gentle tang, while cucumber keeps everything crisp and refreshing. This is the kind of drink you set on a table and watch disappear — it's effortlessly crowd-pleasing at brunches, dinner parties, or just a quiet afternoon at home. Since every ingredient here is whole, plant-based, and completely free of any animal products, there's nothing to second-guess or swap out. Let it chill in the fridge for an hour and you'll have something that looks like it came from a spa menu but cost almost nothing to make.
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6 servings
- 1 medium lemon, thinly sliced
- 1 medium orange, thinly sliced
- ½ medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, lightly bruised
- 6 cups cold water
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- 1
Slice the lemon, orange, and cucumber into rounds about 1/4 inch thick. Place the mint leaves in your palm and clap once to bruise them lightly, releasing their oils.
- 2
Add the citrus slices, cucumber rounds, and bruised mint to a large pitcher. Pour in the cold water and stir gently to combine.
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