Pregnancy Friendly Fruit-Infused Water
Staying well-hydrated during pregnancy is one of the simplest things you can do for yourself and your baby, but plain water gets old fast. This pitcher brings together bright citrus, cool cucumber, and fresh mint for a drink that actually makes you want to reach for another glass. Every ingredient here is whole, fresh, and completely free from anything you'd need to second-guess — no artificial flavors, no added sugars, no caffeine. The trick of bruising the mint before adding it is a small step that makes a noticeable difference, releasing those fragrant oils so the flavor really blooms into the water. After just an hour in the fridge, the water takes on a gentle color and a subtle, layered taste that feels genuinely refreshing rather than fussy. It's easy to keep a pitcher going all week, swapping in fresh ice before each serving so it stays crisp and cold.
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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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