Simple, pure, refreshing, and delicious, this strawberry lemon water is the absolute best way to hydrate. Even better, you can make it in less time than it takes to run to the store and buy a soda or sparkling water!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Flavor-packed: Get more out of your water with natural fruits and herbs that make it taste great!
- Refreshing: This berry-sweet and citrusy twist on water will quench your thirst fast.
- Quick: It only takes a few minutes to make it, ensuring a go-to drink everyone in the family will love!
Nutrition For Mental Wellbeing
Raepublic is all about how nutrients can positively impact not just your physical wellness but also your mental health!
Strawberries are packed with nutrients. One serving of strawberries contains 32 calories and is 91% water. They contain 0.7g of protein, 7.7g of carbohydrates, 2g of fiber, and 0.3g of fat. Strawberries are rich in antioxidants, specifically pelargonidin, ellagic acid, ellagitannins, and procyanidins. Pelargonidin is the main anthocyanin found in strawberries, which gives it its bright, vibrant color.
A cross-sectional study including 6,845 participants found that those who were diagnosed with depression consumed significantly less anthocyanidins compared to individuals without depression. Individuals who consumed the greatest amount of dietary anthocyanidins had a significantly reduced risk of depression.
Ingredients + Notes
Just four fresh ingredients are all you need for this delicious strawberry lemon water:
- Basil: Fresh basil has a subtle taste akin to cloves that really brings out the best in strawberries.
- Lemon: That bright pop of citrus from fresh lemon gives this drink a tart twist.
- Strawberries: Naturally sweet on their own, strawberries provide a juicy flavor.
- Water
Recipe Variations
If you can’t find fresh strawberries or need to substitute something else, here’s what you can do to make a flavor-infused water:
- Fresh herbs: No basil? No problem! Try fresh rosemary, mint, or even lavender.
- Citrus: You can swap out the lemon with lime if you’d prefer.
- Cucumber: Cucumber water is fragrant and elegant, so if you don’t have any fresh strawberries, reach for one of these instead.
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How To Make Strawberry Lemon Water
Get ready because in just two quick steps, you’ll be sipping this strawberry lemon water!
- Add basil, lemon, strawberries, and water to a large jar or carafe and stir thoroughly.
- Serve with ice and sliced lemon in each cup.
Servings Ideas
Sip your homemade strawberry lemon water any time you’re thirsty, or make it stand out with your meal. Here are some serving suggestions that will be blissful with this beverage:
- Appetizers: Tasty Tomato Bruschetta and Cherry Crostini are delicious appetizers to start your meal alongside this cool and soothing drink.
- Mains: Keep things cool throughout the meal when you serve lemon strawberry water with this White Bean Cabbage Soup or Veggie Pot Pie.
- Desserts: Serve strawberry-infused water as an after-dinner mocktail that will go great with your favorite fruity desserts. Enjoy this Classic Apple Pie Recipe or Lemonade Popsicles.
Storage Tips
Always store any fruit-infused water in your refrigerator within the confines of an airtight pitcher or jar. It’s best to use it up within 1 to 2 days for maximum freshness.
FAQ
When you make this drink, you will easily drink enough to keep hydrated. Along with that benefit, you get a treat of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that do good for your body and help support your health.
Strawberries are an excellent source of vitamin C, and since they’re high in fiber, they can help keep you feeling more satiated. And, of course, strawberries are naturally sweet and delicious, so they can take a boring glass of water and turn it into something extraordinary.
It’s best to consume strawberry-infused water within a couple of days. Otherwise, the flavors may lose their quality.
Honestly, I think it’s even better because you get more than just the benefits of water, which is important for your health as it is. You will also get a dose of the natural antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals from the strawberries and lemons, making your water do much more for you.
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Recipe
Strawberry Lemon Water
Ingredients
- 5 basil leaves
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 4 strawberries, sliced
- 4 cups water
Instructions
- Add basil, lemon, strawberries, and water to a large jar or carafe and stir thoroughly.
- Serve with ice cubes and sliced lemon in each cup.
Notes
Nutrition
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Reference
Chen, W. L., & Zhao, J. (2023). Association between dietary anthocyanidins intake and depression among US adults: a cross-sectional study (NHANES, 2007-2010 and 2017-2018). BMC psychiatry, 23(1), 525. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12888-023-05029-8
I never thought basil would taste good in infused water. So good!
Glad you enjoyed it.