Fish Free Fruit-Infused Water
Bright citrus, cool cucumber, and fresh mint come together in a pitcher of infused water that looks as good as it tastes. The simple trick of clapping the mint leaves before adding them releases their natural oils, giving every sip a subtle herbal lift that makes plain water feel genuinely special. Lemon and orange slices slowly perfume the water as it chills, creating a drink that's refreshing without being sweet or heavy. This is the kind of thing you set in the fridge before dinner and pull out to instant compliments. It's naturally free from any animal-derived ingredients, so there's zero label-reading required — just whole fruits, a vegetable, and water doing exactly what they're supposed to do. Serve it at a backyard gathering, a weekend brunch, or just keep a pitcher going all week for an easy hydration upgrade.
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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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