Gluten Free Mint Citrus Infused Water
Bright citrus slices and fresh mint leaves transform a plain pitcher of water into something genuinely refreshing and a little fancy. The lemon and orange rounds slowly release their natural oils and juice into the cold water, while a gentle press of the mint leaves adds a cool, herbal lift that makes every sip feel intentional. It's the kind of drink that looks beautiful on a table without requiring any effort beyond a little patience in the fridge. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of gluten, so there's no label-reading stress or hidden grain concerns to worry about — just clean, whole foods doing their thing. The one technique worth noting is that gentle press on the mint: it coaxes out the aromatic oils without turning the leaves bitter or ragged. Pull it out after an hour and you'll have a lightly fragrant, faintly golden pitcher that's perfect for entertaining, meal prep, or just making hydration feel like less of a chore.
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4 servings
- 8 cups cold water
- 1 medium lemon, thinly sliced into rounds
- ½ medium orange, thinly sliced into rounds
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- 1
Add the lemon rounds, orange rounds, and mint leaves to a large pitcher. Gently press the mint leaves once or twice with a spoon to release their oils without tearing them.
- 2
Pour the cold water over the fruit and mint, then add the ice cubes.
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