Ultra Hydrating Cucumber Water – {Coconut Lime, electrolyte boosting and super refreshing}

The key is to give it a little time in the refrigerator. An hour of soaking mellows the cucumbers in the water, making the entire jar taste clean and bright. If you want it slightly sweet, drizzle with a little honey (or maple syrup) to balance the citrus flavor without turning it into lemonade.

I keep a water pitcher in the refrigerator during hot weeks, exercise days, or any time I want to drink more water. This is also a great way to use up the cucumbers and limes in the crisper before they go bad.

before starting

A few quick notes will make your pitcher taste extra fresh.

• Use English cucumbers for best flavor and minimal bitterness, and slice them thinly for a quick dip.
• Coconut water: Choose unsweetened coconut water, and feel free to use all coconut water for a stronger electrolyte vibe.
• Pinch of salt: Keep it small, just enough to enhance the cucumber and lime flavor, but not too salty.
• Infusion time: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour and taste before serving to add more citrus or sweetener if desired.

This is a dump and stir recipe, the more you dump it the better it gets.

Place thinly sliced ​​cucumbers in a large pitcher. The greater the surface area of ​​the flakes, the more flavor will be available in an hour.

Pour in 3 cups cold filtered water and 3 cups unsweetened coconut water, or use all coconut water if you want a stronger coconut flavor.

Squeeze in the juice of 2 limes and add a pinch of sea salt or Himalayan pink salt. Stir well until the salt is dissolved and the citrus is blended.

4. Add optional plug-ins

If you like it slightly sweet, add honey or maple syrup to taste. If you want a more aromatic, spa-like finish, add 5 to 6 mint or basil leaves.

5. Inject after cooling

6. Serve over ice

Serve ice cold. Because the citrus will settle, give the pitcher a quick stir before pouring.

Recipe Tips and Tricks

These little tweaks can help you tweak the flavor and keep it crisp.

• Citrus Balance: Start with 2 limes, add more just before serving if you want the flavor to be brighter.
• Lemon options: Swap the lemons for limes, or the lemons for limes, or the lemons in half for a softer citrus flavor.
• Sweeter version: Slowly add the honey, a teaspoon at a time, so it doesn’t overpower the cucumbers.
• The mint tastes extra refreshing, and the basil feels more “garden” and slightly peppery.
• Extra chill: When you don’t want to dilute it, use frozen cucumber slices or frozen lime cubes instead of ice cubes.
• Magnesium drops: If using food-grade, unflavored magnesium drops, start with just a few drops, taste them, and add more as needed.
• Make it stronger: For a bolder infusion, gently stir a few cucumber slices in the pitcher before adding the liquid.

storage

Refrigerate in a covered pitcher for up to 2 days for the freshest flavor.