AIP Friendly Sparkling Water with Fresh Fruit
Sometimes the simplest drinks are the most satisfying, and this sparkling fruit infusion is proof that you don't need syrups, sweeteners, or anything processed to make something genuinely refreshing. Sliced strawberries, bright lemon rounds, and fresh mint come together in a chilled pitcher, slowly releasing their natural flavors into the bubbles as the drink rests. That short 10-minute infusion window makes all the difference — you get a subtly fruity, aromatic sip that tastes like it took way more effort than it did. For anyone navigating an elimination protocol, store-bought flavored waters and sodas can be a minefield of additives and natural flavors with murky origins, so having a go-to recipe like this is genuinely useful. It works beautifully as a mocktail for gatherings, a midday refresher, or just a way to make hydration feel a little more special. Pour it over plenty of ice and serve right away while the fizz is still lively.
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4 servings
- 1 liter sparkling water, chilled
- ½ cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
- ½ lemon, thinly sliced into rounds
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 cups ice cubes
Instructions
- 1
Add the strawberries, lemon rounds, and mint leaves to a pitcher. Lightly press the mint with a spoon once or twice to release its aroma.
- 2
Add the ice cubes to the pitcher, then pour the chilled sparkling water over the fruit and ice.
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