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Lemon, Cucumber & Cilantro Infused Water

April 4, 2016 By Patricia 76 Comments

I think cucumbers are the ultimate in “refreshing.” Mix them with lemons and some zesty cilantro leaves, and you’ve got the makings for a fresh and fabulous infused water. Lemon, Cucumber & Cilantro Infused Water is a flavorful way to stay hydrated.

Enjoy a glass (or two) or Lemon, Cucumber & Cilantro Infused Water!

We all know we should be drinking plenty of water. Some of us are good about getting enough, and others like myself (and I’m talking to you, Mom!) need a gentle reminder. With a pitcher of Lemon, Cucumber & Cilantro Infused Water within reach, you’ll find yourself filling your glass more often than not, and that’s a good thing!

I feel a little silly writing up a recipe for… water. However, before I decided to post this, I checked in with a few people I know and asked what they thought about this as a recipe. They all said they’ve had infused water – think hotel lobbies and spas – but don’t think to make it at home. They also said they love how pretty and refreshing it is.

For Lemon, Cucumber & Cilantro Infused Water, you only need a few things to stay hydrated!

Well then, here you have it: a recipe for water. Infused water. Lemon, Cucumber & Cilantro Infused Water, to be more precise.

I made a half-gallon of this water and it didn’t last long. Think of your fruity options! You can combine pretty much any fruit with any herbs (or no herbs) with filtered or sparkling water to create a simple, refreshing drink.

Just one pitcher of Lemon, Cucumber & Cilantro Infused Water and you'll be hooked!

Use organic fruits and herbs if you can, and don’t forget to wash them thoroughly before using them. I peel the cucumber first because I think the skin adds a bit of bitterness after it sits in the water for a while. Bruise the cilantro leaves with the back of a wooden spoon, add the remaining ingredients and enjoy.

Some infused waters need to sit a while for the flavors to blend, but I find this version is delicious immediately. Keep refrigerated and enjoy this water within a day or so.

Stay hydrated with a fabulous drink like Lemon, Cucumber & Cilantro Infused Water.

Try a refreshing pitcher of Lemon, Cucumber & Cilantro Infused Water

For fruity drinks of a different sort, try my recipes for Blueberry Italian Cream Soda or Strawberry Aqua Fresca.

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Lemon, Cucumber & Cilantro Infused Water

Lemon, Cucumber & Cilantro Infused Water is a refreshing way to stay hydrated!

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves
  • 1-2 lemons, sliced into rounds and seeds removed
  • 1 small cucumber, peeled and sliced into rounds
  • Half-gallon (8 cups) filtered water

Instructions

  1. Add the cilantro leaves to a pitcher and use the back of a wooden spoon to bruise them lightly.
  2. Add the lemon and cucumber slices to the pitcher, followed by the water. Stir to combine.
  3. Keep unused portion refrigerated and enjoy within a day or so.

Notes

Try to used organic fruits and herbs for this recipe. I peel the cucumber before slicing and using it for this drink. Refrigerate any unused amount, and enjoy within a day or so.

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Comments

  1. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

    April 4, 2016 at 2:23 pm

    O that cilantro is a game changer! What a refreshing combo!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 4, 2016 at 9:10 pm

      Loved the added cilantro ;) Thanks!
      Reply
  2. Melissa Falk says

    April 4, 2016 at 2:39 pm

    Hi, Patricia. I am totally with you on this one. I love making my own infused water. It reminds me of being on a tropical island :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 4, 2016 at 9:10 pm

      Yes! And so many great options, too! Thank you, Melissa!
      Reply
  3. Citra Kale @Citra's Home Diary says

    April 4, 2016 at 2:40 pm

    awesome photograph and post Patricia. I always prepare my infuse water a night before to be consumed in the next day, mostly lemon. thx for sharing.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 4, 2016 at 9:08 pm

      Thanks so much, Citra!
      Reply
  4. Maris Callahan says

    April 4, 2016 at 3:29 pm

    I'm giggling a little that you have a recipe for water ;) Such a fun idea and a great way to get that h2o in!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 4, 2016 at 9:07 pm

      Oh, I know! It is sort of crazy, but I asked a few friends and they hadn't thought of doing it before! So...hopefully it's good for some ;)
      Reply
  5. Ginny McMeans says

    April 4, 2016 at 4:10 pm

    A great how-to that looks so refreshing. Thanks!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 4, 2016 at 9:07 pm

      Thanks, Ginny! Hope you try it soon!
      Reply
  6. Tracy @ Served from Scratch says

    April 4, 2016 at 5:38 pm

    How refreshing! I've had lemon and cucumber water before, but I love your addition of cilantro!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 4, 2016 at 9:06 pm

      Thanks, Tracy! The cilantro is great in this!
      Reply
  7. Des @ Life's Ambrosia says

    April 4, 2016 at 8:16 pm

    Cucumber water is one of my favorite drinks in the summer. I am loving the added cilantro and lemon in this!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 4, 2016 at 9:05 pm

      Thanks, Des! I loved the cilantro, too!
      Reply
  8. Dee says

    April 4, 2016 at 9:06 pm

    I am so making this today! I even have all of the ingredients so there is no excuse -- plus it looks so refreshing! :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 4, 2016 at 10:34 pm

      Oh good, Dee! Hope you enjoy it!
      Reply
  9. Linda @ Veganosity says

    April 4, 2016 at 9:49 pm

    This is great. I always have a pitcher of infused water in the refrigerator in the summer. I love the cilantro in this combination.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 4, 2016 at 10:34 pm

      Thanks so much, Linda!
      Reply
  10. Becky Hardin | The Cookie Rookie says

    April 4, 2016 at 9:54 pm

    What a refreshing looking drink.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 4, 2016 at 10:34 pm

      Thank you, Becky!
      Reply
  11. Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

    April 4, 2016 at 11:29 pm

    What a wonderfully refreshing drink, love the sound of this!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 5, 2016 at 4:51 am

      Thanks so much, Kimberly!
      Reply
  12. Taylor@Food Faith Fitness says

    April 5, 2016 at 12:16 am

    This looks so good and what a great way to drink more water!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 5, 2016 at 4:51 am

      Thanks, Taylor!
      Reply
  13. Jenn says

    April 5, 2016 at 2:57 am

    Yes, I agree. I love cucumbers in water...and lemons. I've never thought of adding herbs, but it sounds so good!! Gonna try!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 5, 2016 at 4:51 am

      Thanks, Jenn! Hope you do give it a go and love it as much as I do!
      Reply
  14. Chrisy @ Homemade Hooplah says

    April 5, 2016 at 3:11 am

    I've always heard how great lemon water is for you, but it's hard for me to handle the lemon flavor on its own. Adding cucumber and cilantro would go a LONNGGGG way in making it more appealing for me :) Can't wait to try this!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 5, 2016 at 4:50 am

      Hope you try it and like it! Thanks, Chrisy!
      Reply
  15. Laura | Wandercooks says

    April 5, 2016 at 5:51 am

    Yep, I've always been one of those people who enjoys these drinks when ready made at a hotel or cafe but never made my own. Excuse me while I run away from my computer and go make this right now! Haha :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 5, 2016 at 1:18 pm

      It's so easy to do (and so tasty)! Hope you give it a try at home! Thanks, Laura!
      Reply
  16. Kim Beaulieu says

    April 5, 2016 at 6:59 am

    I love this recipe, infused water rocks the world. Your photos are gorgeous.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 5, 2016 at 1:17 pm

      Thanks for your kind words, Kim!
      Reply
  17. Vanessa @ VeganFamilyRecipes says

    April 5, 2016 at 9:44 am

    I love simple, healthy and refreshing recipes like this. You infused the water with some my all time favorite ingredients. Can't wait to make this when the weather heats up.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 5, 2016 at 1:17 pm

      Thanks, Vanessa! It's super refreshing! Already really warm here in Phoenix where I am!
      Reply
  18. Hedi says

    April 5, 2016 at 10:09 am

    This look so nice it made me thirsty! :-)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 5, 2016 at 1:16 pm

      :) Thanks, Hedi!
      Reply
  19. Lauren @ Wicked Spatula says

    April 5, 2016 at 12:53 pm

    ohhhh I love infused water but I've never tried cilantro! Totally trying it today!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 5, 2016 at 1:16 pm

      Hi Lauren - hope you like it! Thanks!
      Reply
  20. cathy pollak - noble pig says

    April 5, 2016 at 3:37 pm

    This is going to be my summer water!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 6, 2016 at 1:53 pm

      Excellent! Thanks, Cathy!
      Reply
  21. Uma Srinivas says

    April 5, 2016 at 4:31 pm

    I did with lemon and orange but never thought of cilantro and cucumber. Looks refreshing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 6, 2016 at 1:53 pm

      Something different :) Thanks so much, Uma!
      Reply
  22. Kelly Hutchinson says

    April 5, 2016 at 6:28 pm

    Sounds just refreshing and I have the ingredients in my kitchen. THis would be so good on a hot summer day!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 6, 2016 at 1:53 pm

      For sure! Hope you give it a try! Thanks, Kelly!
      Reply
  23. Joanie@ZagLeft says

    April 5, 2016 at 7:13 pm

    As I sit here reading your post, I'm sipping a glass of lemon water. I don't know why I didn't think to add cucumber to it. I'm intrigued by the addition of cilantro, I'll bet it's really great. Flavoring my water seems to be the only way I drink more of it.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 6, 2016 at 1:52 pm

      It's so easy to do and makes such a nice difference! I can't wait to try some other combos! Thanks!
      Reply
  24. Kelly @ TastingPage says

    April 5, 2016 at 7:16 pm

    I love all of these flavors and think this will be a perfect spring or summer drink!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 6, 2016 at 1:51 pm

      Yes! I've started already! Thanks!
      Reply
  25. Mel @ avirtualvegan.com says

    April 5, 2016 at 9:24 pm

    Anything that makes people want to drink more is a good thing. So many people don't drink nearly enough. This looks so fresh and tasty. Delicious! .
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 6, 2016 at 1:42 pm

      Yes! Thanks so much, Mel!
      Reply
  26. dixya @food, pleasure, and health says

    April 6, 2016 at 1:16 am

    i love infusing water with fresh herbs and berries too, never tried cilantro but will definitely do it :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 6, 2016 at 1:41 pm

      Hope you enjoy it, Dixya! Thank you!
      Reply
  27. pragati says

    April 6, 2016 at 8:04 am

    Cucumber water immediately reminds me of a spa. And you're right - something so simple, but I've never made it at home..gonna try now.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 6, 2016 at 1:41 pm

      That's great - hope you enjoy it, Pragati!
      Reply
  28. Melanie @ Nutritious Eats says

    April 6, 2016 at 12:33 pm

    I have lots of clients who want something flavored to drink. I'll be sure to pass this along!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 6, 2016 at 1:40 pm

      That's great! Thanks so much, Melanie!
      Reply
  29. Debra Attinella says

    April 6, 2016 at 2:47 pm

    What a refreshing drink - I am looking for a water to serve at a bridal shower and this is it!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 7, 2016 at 2:50 pm

      Oh that's great, Debra! Hope you enjoy it!
      Reply
  30. Georgina Ingham | Culinary Travels says

    April 6, 2016 at 7:10 pm

    This looks so refreshing. Love the addition of the coriander too.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 7, 2016 at 2:50 pm

      Thank you! I loved the added cilantro/coriander :)
      Reply
  31. Donna @ wholefoodbellies says

    April 7, 2016 at 5:26 am

    Oh yum! I love infused water, and make a similar one to this - but never would have thought to add the cilantro leaves in there - I bet they taste amazing - will have to try them next time!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 7, 2016 at 2:48 pm

      Thanks, Donna! I loved the added cilantro :)
      Reply
  32. Trish says

    April 7, 2016 at 3:47 pm

    Oooooh I am a HUGE fizzy water addict, and love adding goodies to my fizzy water! Never thought to add cilantro. Gotta give it a try!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 9, 2016 at 1:35 am

      Hope you do, and enjoy, Trish!
      Reply
  33. Eileen Kelly says

    April 7, 2016 at 4:25 pm

    This is something I do daily as well! Sometimes my children say it looks like a science experiment, but they love to drink it. I love your addition of cilantro. What a wonderful idea!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 9, 2016 at 1:35 am

      That's so cute, Eileen! And there are so many different options! Thank you!
      Reply
  34. Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy says

    April 8, 2016 at 2:01 am

    This sounds like a really flavourful water and would be perfect for a hot summer day. I think I will be making gallons of this during the summer.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 9, 2016 at 1:34 am

      Thanks, Gloria! Yes, I see myself making it often!
      Reply
  35. Amanda says

    April 8, 2016 at 10:45 am

    Love infused waters; such a great way to stay hydrated without getting bored :) I love that you've used cilantro here! Such a lovely twist. I'll have to try in my next batch!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 9, 2016 at 1:34 am

      Thanks, Amanda! For sure - so refreshing!
      Reply
  36. Jemma @ Celery and Cupcakes says

    April 9, 2016 at 12:09 pm

    Such a great way to make water more exciting!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 9, 2016 at 5:07 pm

      Thanks, Jemma!
      Reply
  37. Florentina says

    April 11, 2016 at 8:34 pm

    So refreshing ! I keep a large pitcher of this in my fridge all the time, except I use mint or basil instead of cilantro. Fantastic flavor !
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      April 12, 2016 at 1:05 am

      So easy to make & great to drink down! Thanks, Florentina!
      Reply
  38. Ezisoul says

    May 12, 2016 at 1:42 pm

    I love cucumber! But I haven't really tried to add it in an infused water, so I am really excited with this one!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 12, 2016 at 9:26 pm

      Oh, good! I hope you love it as much as I do, Ezisoul!
      Reply

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