Strawberry Lemon Cucumber Water

The first time I experienced cucumber-infused water was during a rare spa day that I’d been gifted for my birthday. After my massage, the attendant handed me a glass of the most refreshing water I’d ever tasted—cucumber slices floating among vibrant red strawberries and bright yellow lemon wheels. It looked as beautiful as it tasted, and I felt instantly transported to blissful hydration.

When I reluctantly returned to real life, I craved spa-like refreshments during hectic days. Determined to recreate the experience at home, I began experimenting with my infused water recipes. This Strawberry Lemon Cucumber Water quickly became my favorite, not just for its crisp, rejuvenating taste but for transforming an ordinary glass of water into a small moment of self-care.

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Why This Recipe Works

This infused water works beautifully because each ingredient contributes something unique to the final flavor profile. Cucumbers provide a cool, subtle base note that’s instantly refreshing. Lemons add a bright acidity that wakes your taste buds and balances the water’s pH. Strawberries round everything out with natural sweetness and a beautiful color that makes the water visually appealing. Together, these ingredients create a drink infinitely more interesting than plain water but contain virtually no calories and no added sugar. It is just pure, natural flavors that encourage you to stay hydrated throughout the day.

Benefits of Cucumber Water

Drinking fruit infused with fresh ingredients has benefits. It is made with natural ingredients. You benefit from the natural oils and flavors of the fruit, but you do not get the calories of fruit juice.

When you drink an ample amount of water each day, you benefit your joints because they are fully lubricated. Your organs and functions function fully when you are hydrated properly. Your skin looks soft. You will counter the dehydration from coffee and alcohol. With the recommended amount of water, you will feel full.

My Strawberry Cucumber water is made for specific reasons:

• Cucumbers will help rid your body of toxins, so it is there for detox.
• Lemons are added to help balance your ph.
• Strawberries are there to promote bone and heart health.

Ingredients You Will Need To Make Strawberry Cucumber Detox Water

• Water – Creates the base for the infusion, preferably filtered or spring water
• Cucumber – Provides a cool, refreshing base note and aids in detoxification
• Lemon – Adds bright citrus flavor and helps balance body pH
• Strawberries – Contributes natural sweetness and nutrients for bone and heart health

Ingredient Notes

Taste the cucumbers before using them for this recipe. Some cucumbers have a slightly bitter flavor, and you don’t want to use them in this recipe. English cucumbers are a good choice since they are usually less bitter and have smaller and fewer seeds than other varieties.

It would be best to try to buy an organic lemon for this recipe since you will steep the lemon peel in water. But even an organic lemon can have wax on the outside, so make sure to scrub it well before using it.

Use spring water for the best flavor.

How To Make Detox Water

To make strawberry lemon water:

1. Wash the strawberries, cucumber, and lemon well. Using a fruit and vegetable spray helps to remove any stubborn residue on the surface is good.
2. Cut the strawberries in half and slice the lemon and cucumber thinly.
3. Place the cut strawberries and lemon slices and cucumber slices into a pitcher.
4. At this point, you can mash them gently to release extra flavor if you want to shorten the infusion time or leave them whole.
5. Fill the large pitcher with cold water and let the flavors infuse for at least 15 minutes. See below for more suggestions about infusing times. If you are going to serve it immediately, you may want to add some ice cubes to the pitcher.

More infused water recipes

There are almost endless ways to infuse water. Here are a few suggestions, but feel free to come up with your favorite combinations, and don’t forget to share them in the comment section:

• Cucumber and Mint Water: Peel and thinly slice half of an English cucumber. Infuse water with the sliced cucumber with three springs of fresh mint leaves before straining and then serving in tall glasses.
• Lemon, Cucumber, Mint, and Ginger Water: Thinly slice half a lemon, half an English cucumber, two sprigs of mint, and an inch of fresh ginger, thinly sliced. Add to a pitcher of water and let infuse. Strain and serve.
• Watermelon, Ginger, and Mint Water: Use two cups of diced watermelon, two inches of fresh ginger thinly sliced, and two sprigs of mint leaves. Get the best flavor by muddling the ingredients in the pitcher. Strain before serving.

Tips for How Long You Should Leave the Fruit in the Water

The sliced fruit and veggies floating in the pitcher can make the water look impressive, but you shouldn’t let them steep forever. Most people find the optimal infusion time is between one and two hours at room temperature and three to four hours in the fridge.

Does the Flavor of the Water Improve Over Time

The intensity of the strawberry lemon water will increase up to a certain point, but then the water will start to develop an unpleasant tanginess and perhaps even become bitter.

How To Store Cucumber Water

Keep the pitcher of flavored water in the fridge. After infusing the water for the optimal time, strain out the solids and return the flavored water to the refrigerator.

You may want to get a handy infusing pitcher like this one: Prodyne Fruit Infusion Flavor Pitcher

How Long Is Fruit Infused Detox Water Good For?

Try to drink the infused water within 24 hours for the freshest flavor. You can keep the water for up to five days in the fridge, but any longer than that risks spoilage. It is important when making detox water recipes, that you do not leave the fruit and herbs in the water for too long.

I hope you give this recipe a try. Infused water is an excellent substitute for soda. You can be adventurous and try many more flavors. You are only limited by your imagination. One of my favorites is a Thai basil and lime water! So delicious!

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