Gelatin Free Lemon-Basil Cucumber Water
Staying hydrated has never felt this refreshing or this pretty. Bright lemon rounds, cool cucumber slices, and lightly torn basil leaves steep together in cold filtered water to create a drink that tastes clean, herby, and just a little citrusy — the kind of thing you'd find at a spa and immediately want to recreate at home. Many flavored beverages and drink mixes sneak in unexpected additives, so making your own infused water from whole, recognizable ingredients is a genuinely smart move. The longer it sits in the fridge, the more fragrant and flavorful it becomes, so you can tailor the intensity to exactly what you're in the mood for. It's effortless to pull together, requires no cooking whatsoever, and looks stunning in a glass pitcher on the table. Whether you're serving it at a summer gathering or just trying to drink more water throughout the week, this infusion makes hydration feel like a treat rather than a chore.
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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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