Paleo Vanilla Berry Infused Water
Staying hydrated doesn't have to mean plain water, and this berry and vanilla infusion is proof that the simplest ingredients can feel genuinely luxurious. Fresh strawberries and blueberries bring a natural sweetness and a gorgeous pale pink color, while a split vanilla bean adds a subtle, fragrant depth that makes every sip feel a little special. Lightly pressing the blueberries before adding them to the pitcher is a small step that makes a real difference, coaxing out more color and flavor without any added sugar or sweeteners. Everything here is completely whole-food and plant-based, so it fits effortlessly into a grain-free, unprocessed way of eating — no label-reading required. It's the kind of drink you can keep refilling throughout the day, letting the fruit and vanilla continue to steep for an even bolder flavor as the hours pass. Serve it over ice with a sprig of fresh mint and it looks like something from a spa menu, but it couldn't be easier to pull together at home.
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4 servings
- 8 cups cold filtered water
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- ½ cup fresh blueberries
- 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
For serving
- 1 cup ice cubes, for serving
- 4 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Hull and slice the strawberries into halves or thirds. Lightly press a few of the blueberries with the back of a spoon to break the skin — this helps release their color and flavor into the water.
- 2
Place the split vanilla bean, strawberries, and blueberries into a large pitcher. Pour the cold filtered water over the fruit.
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