Cucumber and Basil Sparkling Punch with Lime

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A light and invigorating punch featuring cool cucumber, fresh basil, and zesty lime with sparkling water for a crisp finish. This Mediterranean-inspired recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, brings together cucumber, fresh basil leaves, fresh lime juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 60 calories and feeds 6, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Serves 6 Mediterranean cuisine 60 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Peel and thinly slice 1 medium cucumber, then place half of the slices in a blender with 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, 1/2 cup fresh lime juice, and 1/4 cup simple syrup. Blend until smooth and fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher, pressing to extract all liquid and discard solids.
  3. Step 3: Add 3 cups sparkling water to the pitcher and stir gently to combine the bright, herbal flavors with the fizz.
  4. Step 4: Fill the pitcher with 3 cups ice cubes to chill the punch thoroughly and maintain crispness.
  5. Step 5: Garnish with the remaining cucumber slices and 1/4 cup lime wheels floating on top, providing a fresh visual and aromatic touch before serving.

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