Fresh Fruit-Infused Water Recipe
A quick, easy, and healthy refreshing drink made by infusing water with fresh fruits and herbs for subtle natural flavors without added sugar or fizz.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2–3 fresh fruits (choose from strawberries sliced, cucumber thinly sliced, lemon or lime wedges, oranges thinly sliced, blueberries or raspberries, mango chunks)
- Fresh herbs (optional but recommended: mint leaves, basil leaves, rosemary sprigs)
- Filtered or spring water (about 64 oz or 1.9 liters)
- Ice cubes (optional, for serving chilled)
Instructions
- Wash all fruits and herbs thoroughly under cold water and pat dry.
- Slice or chop the fruits as needed: halve or leave small berries whole, thin wedges or rounds for citrus, thin slices for cucumber.
- Lightly bruise the herbs using a wooden spoon or muddler to release essential oils.
- Fill a pitcher or large glass jar with about 64 oz (1.9 liters) of filtered or spring water.
- Add the prepared fruits and herbs evenly into the water. Stir gently if desired.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for best flavor.
- Serve chilled over ice cubes, garnished with extra fresh fruit or herbs if desired.
Notes
Use ripe but firm fruits to avoid cloudy or mushy water. Refrigerate infused water and consume within 24 hours for best freshness. Remove fruit after 12 hours to prevent bitterness. Frozen fruit can be used to chill without diluting. Avoid microwaving when reheating; let come to room temperature naturally or add sparkling water.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (8 oz)
- Calories: 10
- Sugar: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0.5
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