Pregnancy Friendly Whole30 Lemon Basil Cooler
Staying hydrated during pregnancy is genuinely important, and it's even better when your drink actually tastes like something worth sipping. This bright, herby cooler delivers a serious hit of fresh lemon and muddled basil — the kind of flavor combination that feels fancy without requiring any effort. Every ingredient here is clean and straightforward: fresh citrus, real basil, water, and ice, so there's nothing to second-guess or decode on a label. The muddling step is a small but satisfying kitchen moment that releases all that fragrant basil oil and makes the whole drink smell incredible before you've even taken a sip. It comes together in minutes and the sparkling water finish gives it a gentle fizz that makes it feel like a real treat. Whether you're navigating first-trimester nausea or just craving something refreshing that isn't plain water, this cooler is an easy, wholesome go-to you'll want to make on repeat.
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2 servings
- 8 fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 4 lemons)
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 cup sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- 2 lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the basil leaves in a cocktail shaker or large mason jar. Muddle firmly with a muddler or the handle of a wooden spoon until the leaves are bruised and fragrant, about 10 seconds.
- 2
Add the lemon juice, cold water, and ice to the shaker. Seal and shake vigorously for 15 seconds, until the outside of the shaker feels cold.
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