Low Iodine Fruit-Infused Water
Staying well-hydrated is one of the most important things you can do while following a low-iodine protocol, and plain water gets old fast. This pitcher drink makes hydration genuinely enjoyable, layering bright citrus, cool cucumber, and fragrant mint into something that feels almost spa-like. Every single ingredient here — lemon, orange, cucumber, fresh mint, and water — is naturally free of iodine concerns, so you can sip without second-guessing a label. The trick of clapping the mint leaves before adding them is a small step that makes a noticeable difference, releasing the essential oils and giving the whole pitcher a clean, herbal lift. After just an hour in the fridge, the water takes on a soft blush color and a gentle, layered fragrance that makes it hard to stop at one glass. It's equally at home on a weekday afternoon or set out as a pretty centerpiece drink at the table. Simple, refreshing, and completely worry-free.
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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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