Spice Free Fruit-Infused Water
Staying hydrated gets a whole lot more enjoyable when your water tastes like a spa day. This pitcher combines bright citrus, cool cucumber, and fresh mint into something that feels genuinely refreshing without relying on any added flavors, powders, or heat-based seasonings. For anyone navigating a spice-free lifestyle, plain water can get monotonous fast — this is the elegant, fuss-free solution. The trick of clapping the mint leaves before adding them is a small step that makes a noticeable difference, coaxing out the natural oils so every sip carries that clean, herbal lift. After just an hour in the fridge, the water takes on a soft golden hue and a gentle fragrance that makes it feel like something special. It's perfect for keeping on hand throughout the day, and the ingredients are simple enough to swap or scale based on what you have.
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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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