Flavored Water (No Sugar Added)

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Serves: 6 | Serving Size: 1 cup

Ingredients for Large Serving (6 cups)

6 cups water
2 cups fresh fruit (strawberries, raspberries, pineapple, watermelon, pomegranate seeds, grapefruit, lemons, limes, etc.)
(Optional) 10 fresh mint leaves

Ingredients for Single Serving (1 cup)

1 cup water
1/3 cup fresh fruit (strawberries, raspberries, pineapple, watermelon, pomegranate seeds, grapefruit, lemons, limes, etc.)
(Optional) 2 fresh mint leaves

Directions

  1. Cut washed fruit, depending on the fruit you chose cut in half/slices/or chunks.
  2. (Optional) cut or tear washed mint leaves in half.
  3. Place cut fruit and mint leaves in a large pitcher or a single serving glass.
  4. (Optional) lightly mash fresh fruit to get the most flavor in the water.
  5. Fill with water. (Optional) substitute 1 cup of water for unflavored tonic or seltzer water.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to 4 hours to allow the ingredients to infuse.
  7. Strain and serve over ice if desired.

Notes

  • Storage – to avoid bitterness drain fruit within 24 hours and refrigerate in a closed container for up to six days.

Combination Ideas

  • Raspberry or strawberry, lemon, and mint
  • Kiwi, strawberry, and mint
  • Blueberry, lemon, and mint
  • Pineapple and mint
  • Watermelon and mint
  • Lemon and lime