naturally flavored water recipes

Surprisingly simple, yet bursting with flavor, these flavored water recipes are a great way to elevate a casual picnic or backyard barbecue.

Prep Time 15 mins

Total Time 15 mins

Calories 295

Author Cheryl Najafi

To make grapefruit and basil flavored water, use a spatula or back of large wooden spoon to bruise the basil. Place basil in bottom of pitcher, add water and let steep about 2 hours. Cut grapefruit into thick slices and discard end pieces. Add grapefruit and ice to pitcher and chill another 2 hours before serving. Add ice as needed.
To make lemon and rosemary flavored water, use a spatula or back of large wooden spoon to bruise the rosemary. Place rosemary in bottom of pitcher, add water and let steep about 2 hours. Cut lemon into thick slices and discard end pieces. Add lemon and ice to pitcher and chill another 2 hours before serving. Add ice as needed.
To make sweet pepper flavored water, halve mini peppers and remove seeds. Place peppers in bottom of pitcher, add water and ice and chill for 4 hours before serving. Add ice as needed.

Feel free to substitute with your favorite fruits and vegetables!