Chestnut Free Lemon-Basil Cucumber Water
Crisp, bright, and endlessly refreshing, this infused water is the kind of drink that makes a plain glass feel like a spa moment. Thin rounds of lemon and cucumber steep alongside torn fresh basil, slowly releasing their flavors into cold filtered water for something that tastes clean and genuinely satisfying. There are no syrups, no extracts, no packaged flavorings — just whole ingredients doing exactly what they do best. For anyone navigating a tree nut allergy or sensitivity, this is the kind of recipe that requires zero label-reading or substitution stress, since every ingredient is naturally free of concern. The longer you let it steep in the fridge, the more fragrant and flavorful it becomes, so it rewards a little patience. It's perfect for entertaining, meal prep, or just keeping a pitcher in the fridge all week so you actually drink enough water.
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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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