7 Fruit-Infused Water Ideas – Simple Green Smoothies

Over the years I’ve realized that I can fill my body with the best whole food plant-based recipes out there and yet I’m not helping myself out much if I don’t hydrate properly. Since drinking plain water has always been a struggle, I started creating some fruit-infused waters that add incredible flavor without any weird ingredients… and now I look forward to drinking water every day!

No matter what season it is, I always need a reminder to drink more water. Adding some nourishing fruits and fresh herbs makes it more beneficial and fun. These fruit-infused water ideas are super easy to put together and add some extra nutrients into something you need to consume daily anyway.

Table of Contents

1. Recipe Ingredients
2. Fruit-Infused Water Recipe
3. Benefits of Detox Water
4. 7 Other Fruit Combinations
5. Fruit-Infused Water FAQs
6. More Delicious Beverages
7. Fruit-Infused Water Recipe

Now I can customize my beverage to whatever my mood is (or what’s in my fridge!). This way of drinking water keeps it fun and interesting.

Recipe Ingredients

For this recipe, I chose ingredients that help flush out the digestive system as well as help promote a flat belly:

Ultimately, while the added ingredients do have health benefits in their own right, the main goal of detox water is to drink more WATER.

The body needs water, and most people only give it enough to survive, not thrive. Imagine only eating enough to stay alive, verses fueling your body with the proper nutrients to chase your goals.

Fruit-Infused Water Recipe

View this recipe as your template for a variety of infused water ideas. You can def use the ingredients in this recipe or you can get creative with your own combinations.

1. Thoroughly wash and rinse the grapefruit. Cut into chunks or slices, leaving the skin on. Add the prepped grapefruit to a pitcher or 4 separate drinking containers.
2. Press the fresh rosemary between your fingers or palms to help release the natural oils. Place rosemary into the pitcher or drinking containers.
3. Fill the pitcher/containers with water and place in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes or up to 48 hours. Enjoy the fruit-infused water throughout the day and refill your container as needed. Eat or compost the fruit + herbs once you are done.

If you use sparkling water instead of still, note that it will start to go flat the longer it is left in the fridge after pouring into the pitcher. The fruit/vegetables will start to break down the longer they sit in the water, so discard after a day of use.

Benefits of Detox Water

Sure, you could save some time and just chug straight water. Yet chances are you’re not going to… if you’re anything like me. I first tried detox water while doing a 21-day plant-based cleanse. I was amazed at how much better I was at staying hydrated when I added fruit flavors.

“Detox water” is the idea of drinking water with added nutrients, like fresh fruits, vegetables and various herbs + spices. Some of the beneficial properties of that produce infuses the water so when you drink it, you get those benefits too. While it is not some miracle elixir, simply replacing soda, juice and other beverages with fruit-infused water is only going to benefit you.

The more hydrated you are, the better your body can function properly. From skin health to digestive health, hydration is key. By making a habit of drinking water, you’re actually helping your body thrive.

7 Other Fruit Combinations

Not a fan of grapefruit? No problem! Citrus of any kind is easy to add, berries are fun (smash before adding to release the flavor). Or just head in a different direction and toss in some bell peppers and chives, or cucumbers and mint.

Here are a few of my fav combos:

• Strawberries + lemon
• Orange + cinnamon
• Cucumber + mint
• Lemon + cayenne
• Watermelon + rosemary 
• Apples + cinnamon

The possibilities are endless. I love making a giant batch of a fun combo and bringing it to summer parties; it always adds a festive pop of color to the food table. Which one of these pairings sounds like a winner to you?

Table of Contents

1. Recipe Ingredients
2. Fruit-Infused Water Recipe
3. Benefits of Detox Water
4. 7 Other Fruit Combinations
5. Fruit-Infused Water FAQs
6. More Delicious Beverages
7. Fruit-Infused Water Recipe

More Delicious Beverages

If you liked these fun, fruit-infused water ideas then I’ve got some other hydrating beverages for you to try! Depending on the day or event, feel free to use any of these festive recipes to give you tasty beverages made from real, whole food ingredients:

Drop a comment and let me know how you like to drink your water and don’t forget to rate this recipe once you’ve tried it!