Brazil Nut Free Lemon-Basil Cucumber Water
Staying hydrated has never felt this refreshing or this pretty. Crisp cucumber, bright lemon, and fragrant torn basil come together in a pitcher of cold filtered water that looks like it belongs at a spa — but takes almost no effort to pull off at home. The longer it steeps in the fridge, the more aromatic and flavorful it gets, so you can tailor the intensity to exactly what you're craving. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there's no label-scanning or cross-contamination stress involved — just clean, simple produce and water. It's the kind of drink that makes plain hydration feel like a treat, whether you're serving it at a dinner party or just keeping a pitcher in the fridge for the week. Pour it over ice for an extra-chilled glass, or let the slices float freely for a beautiful presentation straight from the pitcher.
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4 servings
- 1 medium lemon, thinly sliced into rounds
- ½ medium english cucumber, thinly sliced into rounds
- 10 fresh basil leaves, lightly torn
- 8 cups cold filtered water
- 1 cup ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the lemon slices, cucumber slices, and torn basil leaves to a large pitcher.
- 2
Pour the cold water over the fruit and herbs, pressing the ingredients down gently so they are submerged.
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