A pitcher of infused water with lemon, strawberries, cucumber and mint.

Infused Lemon Water with Strawberry Cucumber & Mint

Recipe By : Michelle McCowan

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With cooling cucumber, the tang of lemon, sweet strawberry and invigorating mint, this infused water is the perfect refreshment for hot summer days!

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Prep Time 5

Infusing Time 5

Total Time 10

Dietary DF, GF, No Added Sugar, Nut Free

Season(s) Spring, Summer

Difficulty Easy

Yield 1 Quart / 4 Cups

Equipment

Juice pitcher (or Quart Jar)

Ingredients

▢ 1 Lemon (Sliced)
▢ 1 Baby Cucumber (about ½ cup Sliced)
▢ 3 - 4 Frozen Strawberries (Sliced or Whole)
▢ 2 - 3 Sprigs Fresh Mint (plus Extra for Garnishing)
▢ 2 - 3 cups Filtered Water (or Sparkling Spring Water)

Instructions

Cut the lemon and cucumber into thin slices. For a more elegant touch, you can use a peeler to slice the cucumber longways. However, I find it quickest and easiest to simply slice the cucumber into rounds.
If the lemons are extra seedy or you are making this for kids to enjoy as well, you can deseed the lemon slices.
For the strawberries, you can either use fresh or frozen. If using fresh, you can slice them in half or use them whole.
Layer the sliced lemon and cucumber in a pitcher or jar. Then, add the strawberries and mint. You can add ice at this point or pour the infused water over ice afterwards.
Next, pour in the filtered water and let it infuse for at least 2 to 5 minutes before enjoying.
For a longer infusion, it can be sealed and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours. If you want to store the water longer, strain out the fruit and keep it well-sealed and refrigerated for up to 2 days.
If serving this at a brunch, lunch or dinner party, you can add an extra garnish of mint to the top of the pitcher.
Or pour the infused water into glasses and garnish with extra slices of lemon, cucumber and a sprig of mint.
To make the fruit go further, you can continue to top up the water as you drink. However, it's best to discard the fruit after 2 hours.

Notes

Use organic ingredients to reduce exposure to harmful pesticides and herbicides.

For the best flavour, I find it is best to store infused lemon water in a glass jar or container. It's also ideal to avoid toxins that can leach from plastic.

Add more or less strawberries, lemon, cucumber or mint if you prefer a stronger or milder flavour. You can also adjust the ratio of the ingredients to your taste.

Fresh strawberries can be used instead of frozen. They will release more juices, infusing faster. You can add ice to keep it cold.

Sparkling water can be used to make a fizzy drink for an extra special touch.

Fresh lemon balm can be used as an alternative if you don't enjoy the taste of mint. It will enhance the lemon flavour while providing similar benefits to mint.

Nutrition

Total Servings : cups