Dairy 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 something from a spa menu — but takes almost no effort to pull together at home. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of dairy, so there's nothing to swap, substitute, or second-guess. The longer it steeps in the fridge, the more those flavors bloom into something genuinely aromatic and satisfying. It's the kind of drink that makes plain water feel like a treat, whether you're serving it at a dinner party or just trying to hit your daily hydration goals. Pour it straight from the pitcher over ice and watch it disappear fast.
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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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