Mediterranean Diet Friendly Sparkling Kiwi Lime Infused Water
Bright, fizzy, and refreshingly simple, this sparkling infused water is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're sitting on a sun-drenched terrace somewhere along the coast. Thinly sliced kiwi and lime are gently pressed to coax out their natural juices, then left to steep in chilled sparkling water until every sip carries a light, citrusy tang. A few fresh mint leaves take the whole thing up a notch if you have them on hand. This style of drinking — leaning on whole fruit, fresh herbs, and zero added sugar — fits beautifully within a plant-forward, whole-food approach to eating. It's a genuinely satisfying alternative to sugary sodas or store-bought flavored waters loaded with artificial ingredients. Serve it over ice and let the fruit slices drift into each glass for a presentation that looks far more effortful than it actually is.
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4 servings
- 2 medium kiwis, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 medium lime, thinly sliced
- 4 cups sparkling water, chilled
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4–6 fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the kiwi slices and lime slices to a pitcher. If using mint leaves, add them now. Gently press the fruit with the back of a spoon 2–3 times to release some juice without fully mashing.
- 2
Pour the chilled sparkling water over the fruit and stir gently once to combine. Let the pitcher rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes, until the water is lightly infused with kiwi and lime flavor.
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