Top 10 Healthy Drinks to Try Now – A Couple Cooks

Here are the top healthy drinks that are delicious alternatives to soda! Try homemade infused waters, juices, teas, and more.

Need an alternative to sugary soda? Never fear: there are loads of fantastic alternatives that are healthy drinks! Infused waters, herbal teas, and homemade juices to the rescue! We’ve been on a mission to find the best good-for-you drinks that are fun to sip. This list includes our top 10 options for low-calorie drinks: homemade recipes with fruits, veggies and herbs. Ready to get sipping?

And now…10 healthy drinks to try!

More drink ideas

Need more healthy drink inspiration? Here are a few more collections of recipes to browse in each category:

• Try all 5 Best Infused Waters
• Use fresh herbs to make Herbal Tea Recipes
• Grab your blender for these Easy Juicing Recipes (or a juicer works too!)
• Choose from deliciously healthy Smoothie Recipes, with vegetables or fruit

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• Author: Sonja Overhiser
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: 8 cups 1x

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Here are the top healthy drinks that deliciously easy alternatives to soda! Try infused waters, juices, teas, and more.

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For cucumber water

• 1/2 medium cucumber
• 8 cups (64 ounces) cold water
• Lemon slices, for serving (if desired)
• Fresh mint (optional)

For strawberry water

• 1 pound fresh strawberries
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 to 2 tablespoons sugar, to taste (or honey, maple syrup or agave nectar)
• 7 cups (64 ounces) cold water, divided
• Sparkling water, to serve (optional)

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1. For the cucumber water: Wash and thinly slice the cucumber. Add the cucumber slices to bottom of a pitcher. Use a wooden spoon to lightly muddle (mash) them several times to release the juices. Add the cold water. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving (you can add fresh mint sprigs if desired). Flavor is best within 1 day, but you can store up to 3 days refrigerated. Serve with lemon slices if desired. Or, add a splash of sparkling water.
2. For the strawberry water: Place the strawberries in a blender with strawberries with 1 cup water, the lime juice and sugar and blend on high until fully combined. Add the remaining 6 cups cold water. Taste and adjust sugar or lime juice as needed (the flavor mellows over time). Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 3 days. If desired, serve topped off with sparkling water.

• Category: Drink
• Method: Water
• Cuisine: Drink
• Diet: Vegan

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More drinks

We’ve got lots more ideas where these came from! Coffee, tea, cocktails, smoothies, and more! Here are some of our top drink collections:

• Caffeinate yourself with these Great Espresso Drinks or Best Ways to Make Coffee
• Grab our Great Tea Recipes (both hot and cold!) or Tea Latte Recipes
• Opt for our Best Smoothie Recipes
• Try our Top Cocktails
• Go non-alcoholic with these Tasty Mocktail Recipes

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Sonja & Alex

Meet Sonja and Alex Overhiser: Husband and wife. Expert home cooks. Authors of recipes you’ll want to make again and again.

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Strawberry Water – A Couple Cooks

Strawberry water is a deliciously hydrating drink with the essence of the red berry! Make a big pitcher and wow everyone.

We love healthy drinks around here, like infused waters and herbal teas. Here’s a new-to-us beverage that quickly rose to favorite status: Strawberry Water! This delicious flavored water has the essence of that red berry and my, is it refreshing! Make a big pitcher and you can sip off of it for days: or it’s perfect for summer entertaining. If you like, add a splash of sparkling water and drink it as a low calorie alternative to soda. Our 4 year old couldn’t get enough of it (neither could we).

Ingredients in strawberry water

Ready to get started? You’ll need just 3 ingredients for strawberry water, besides good old h30. Here’s what you’ll need to have on hand:

• 1 pound fresh strawberries (you could also use frozen thawed berries)
• Lime
• Sugar

The best method: aqua fresca, not infused!

Here’s the thing: strawberry water does not work as an infused water. The concept for this strawberry water is more like an aqua fresca. Here’s why:

• An infused water lets fruit sit in water for 1 or more hours. But Let sliced strawberries sit in water for over 1 hour, and they start to disintegrate. This looks unappealing and doesn’t add much flavor. (Trust us, we tried it!)
• An aqua fresca blends water with fruit. This works much better with berries: it comes out with a bright color and more of the berry flavor. The typical aqua fresca is sweetened quite a bit, so for this strawberry water we cut back the sugar so it’s barely sweet.

How to make strawberry water: basic steps

How to make strawberry water? Blend berries first before adding cold water. The results in a beautifully bright pink water that’s just barely sweetened. Here are the basic steps (or jump to the recipe below):

• Blend the strawberries with 1 cup water, lime juice and sugar. You can adjust the lime and sugar to taste. The sweetener is very minimal, but it’s nice to have otherwise it turns out very tart.
• Add the remaining cold water. You can drink immediately, or store for up to 3 days!

Alternative sweeteners

This strawberry water is best with a little sweetness, otherwise it tastes very tart and flat. Sugar is to fruit as salt is to vegetables: it brings out the essence of the flavors! If you prefer not to use sugar, use an equal amount of one of the following:

• Maple syrup
• Honey
• Agave nectar
• Coconut sugar

Add a splash of sparkling water if you like

This strawberry water is fantastic on its own! You’ll notice that the flavor mellows over time, if you store it over a few days. We made a big pitcher and then used it as a fun drink replacement for soda.

It’s fantastic topped off with a little sparkling water – it almost tastes like a mocktail! This homemade strawberry soda is the sweetened version of this, but we like the water version better.

More strawberry drinks

Strawberry drinks are king in the summer! Here are a few more tasty beverages made with strawberries:

• Try a glass of Strawberry Lemonade
• Go for a Strawberry Vodka Cocktail or Strawberry Basil G&T
• Grab bubbly Strawberry Soda
• Try a Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri

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Strawberry Water

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• Author: Sonja Overhiser
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: 8 cups 1x

• 1 pound fresh strawberries
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 to 2 tablespoons sugar, to taste (or honey, maple syrup or agave nectar)
• 7 cups (64 ounces) cold water, divided
• Sparkling water, to serve (optional)

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1. Clean the berries. Place the strawberries in a blender with strawberries with 1 cup water, the lime juice and sugar and blend on high until fully combined.
2. Add the remaining 6 cups cold water. Taste and adjust sugar or lime juice as needed (the flavor mellows over time). Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 3 days. If desired, serve topped off with sparkling water.

• Category: Drink
• Method: Blended
• Cuisine: Drink
• Diet: Vegan

Keywords: Strawberry water

About the authors

Sonja & Alex

Meet Sonja and Alex Overhiser: Husband and wife. Expert home cooks. Authors of recipes you’ll want to make again and again.

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30 tasty and healthy drinks / AdMe

You don’t have to choke on pills to stuff useful trace elements into your body. You can put various delicious foods in a blender and get a delicious and nutritious mixture.

ADME found recipes for 30 interesting drinks in which vitamins jump around.

Spinach + Banana + Lemon

A small portion of spinach is enough to meet the body’s daily requirement for certain vitamins and nutrients. Take 350 ml of water, add 3 bananas, a generous bunch of spinach leaves, the juice of half a lemon or lime and mix well in a blender.

Blueberries + banana + lemon + celery

Blueberries are a very tasty and healthy berry. It strengthens the immune system and has a beneficial effect on human vision. Blend 2 bananas, 3 tablespoons blueberries, juice of 1/3 lemon, 2-3 celery stalks, 1 cup water in a blender.

Celery + spinach + lime + banana

Celery is not only a calorie-burning food, but also rich in vitamins and nutrients. In a blender, blend 2 celery stalks, 1 cup spinach leaves, 1 cup water, juice of half a lime, 1 banana. Multivitamin cocktail in your hands.

Spinach + banana + apple + lemon

A very interesting and healthy combination is banana and spinach. Bananas perfectly cheer up, relieve fatigue syndrome and energize. Combine 1 cup fresh spinach leaves, 2 bananas, 1 apple, 1 cup water, juice of half a lemon and blend in a blender.

Cucumber + lettuce + lemon + honey

Such a simple drink can also please the taste buds. Cucumber has the ability to remove toxins from the body, and lettuce leaves are a rich source of vitamin E. The drink is prepared very simply and quickly: beat a bunch of lettuce leaves in a blender, 1 medium cucumber, previously peeled, juice of half a lemon, 1 glass of water, a spoonful of honey .

Carrot + beetroot + celery + cucumber + apple + parsley + ginger

We are preparing a thick drink that combines a high dose of vitamins and bright colors. In a blender, you need to mix 1 carrot, 1 beetroot, 1 celery stalk, 1 cucumber, 2 apples, a bunch of parsley and a small amount of ginger. Tasty and healthy.

Spinach + lettuce + celery + pear + banana + lemon

This drink will be a great breakfast that will inspire you to new exploits and cheer you up. In addition, it will strengthen the immune system and the body’s defenses. Take a handful of spinach leaves, 5 lettuce leaves, 3 celery stalks, 1 pear, 1 banana, lemon or lime juice, 1.5 cups of water. Wash, cut and send to a blender.

Carrot + apple + ginger + banana + orange + mint

The mood will rise even at a glance at this bright and juicy drink. Take 3 carrots, 2 green apples, a piece of ginger, 2 bananas, 1 orange, a handful of mint leaves. Juice must be made from carrots, apples and orange, and then mixed in a blender with other ingredients. Don’t forget to treat a friend as this recipe makes 2 servings.

Strawberry + cowberry + banana + mint

A refreshing and juicy version of the drink is berry with mint. Take 200 g of frozen strawberries, 150 g of frozen lingonberries, cranberries or cherries, 2 bananas, 1 glass of mint leaves, 1 glass of water. Mix all the ingredients and send to a blender.

Banana + apple + bran + cilantro

A great start to the day can only come with a drink that contains many healthy ingredients. Take half a banana, half a green apple, 1 tablespoon bran, a bunch of cilantro, basil, spinach or mint and blend well in a blender. Greens are better to choose one so as not to mix tastes.

Cucumber + Spinach + Pineapple + Green Tea + Lemon + Ginger

A drink can also be made with green tea. Then it will be rich in antioxidants and vitamins. Mix all the ingredients in a blender until smooth: 1 cucumber, 2 bunches of spinach, 2 cups chopped pineapple, a cup of brewed green tea, juice of half a lemon, ginger root.

Grapefruit + Flaxseeds + Strawberries + Grapes + Avocado + Banana + Lemon

This drink is high in vitamin C, which strengthens the immune system and improves overall well-being. Grind a spoonful of flaxseeds in a blender. Then throw in all the other ingredients: half a grapefruit, 15 frozen strawberries, a handful of seedless grapes, half an avocado, 1 banana, juice of half a lemon or lime. Mix well.

Apple + lemon + cucumber

Lemon is rich in vitamin C, while apple is rich in iron and pectins. Why not combine these ingredients in one drink? Mix in a blender 1 apple, juice of half a lemon and add 2 cucumbers.

Pineapple + Kiwi + Cucumber + Lemon

Delicious and sweet fruits like pineapple and kiwi are present here. They are also very useful for strengthening the immune system. Blend in a blender until smooth: 1 kiwi, 1 cucumber, half a small pineapple and the juice of 1 lemon.

Avocado + banana + orange + herbs + lemon

Avocado is a very valuable and nutritious fruit that you should definitely include in your diet. You can add vitamins and make an avocado drink. Peel 1 banana and 1 orange, send with avocado pulp to a blender. Add greens, a glass of water and the juice of half a lemon there. A healthy cocktail is ready!

Apple + Celery + Cucumber + Beetroot + Ginger

All the ingredients are very simple and the effect is impressive. Take 3 green apples, 1 stalk of celery, 1 cucumber, 1 small beetroot and ginger root. Mix everything well in a blender.

Cucumber + parsley

Yes, yes, there are only two ingredients in this drink. But what! Cucumber is 99% water, while parsley is rich in antioxidants and vitamins. Such an amazing combination of freshness and benefits will not leave anyone indifferent.

Ginger + spinach + apple + honey

This drink, due to its valuable composition, will give odds, perhaps, to everyone and everyone. Ginger is a very effective anti-inflammatory agent that is also a valuable source of vitamins. Blend 2 large handfuls of spinach, 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger root, 2 apples, 2 teaspoons honey and water in a blender. Water can be added gradually until you get the desired consistency.

Blueberry + pomegranate + apple + cucumber + spinach

Pomegranate is very good for the cardiovascular system. A sour blueberry helps to strengthen the immune system and stay healthy. We combine them in a juicy smoothie. In a blender, blend 3/4 cup frozen blueberries, 1 cup pomegranate juice, 1 peeled apple, 1 peeled cucumber, and a small handful of spinach leaves.

Orange + Grapefruit + Lemon + Green Tea + Banana + Honey

Why not make a mix of the healthiest detox foods? This is, no doubt, green tea and citrus fruits. In a blender, add 1 peeled orange, half a grapefruit, the juice of half a lemon, a glass of chilled green tea, 1 softened banana, and a teaspoon of honey. Whisk well.

Broccoli + cauliflower + grapefruit + flax seeds + almonds + dates

Without exception, cabbage is a valuable source of B vitamins and improves the functioning of the digestive system. We prepare smoothies from several of its types at once. Take a few broccoli florets, a few cauliflower florets, half a grapefruit, 1 teaspoon flax seeds, a small handful of almonds and 4 dates and blend well in a blender until smooth.

Banana + Apple Juice + Carrot + Lemon

Take 1 banana, 1 glass of apple juice, 2 tablespoons sliced ​​carrots, and the juice of half a lemon. Whip all the ingredients well in a blender until a homogeneous consistency and enjoy the juicy and refreshing taste of a healthy drink.

Carrots + Tomatoes + Celery + Olive Oil + Salt + Pepper

This nutritious drink is made with 1 carrot, 2 tomatoes, 1 stalk celery, 1 teaspoon olive oil, salt, pepper to taste. Place all ingredients in a blender and beat well. So the charge of vitamins and vigor is ready!

Kiwi + pear + parsley + banana

Kiwi contains almost all known vitamins, such as A, groups B, C, E, PP, as well as minerals: calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium, phosphorus. Try to make a delicious drink from this fruit. Mix in a blender 3 kiwifruit, 1 large sweet pear, a large bunch of parsley, half a banana, 250 ml of water.

Beets + radishes + carrots + garlic + parsley

Vegetable drinks are even healthier than fruit drinks, as they contain more useful fiber. Regular consumption of such a drink will help not only strengthen the immune system, but also get rid of extra pounds. Blend 1 medium beetroot, 3 carrots, 1 radish, 2 garlic cloves and a large handful of parsley in a blender.

Pineapple + carrot + apple

Tropical pineapple is the main ingredient in this drink. It has a fat-burning effect, and also contains substances in its composition that increase the activity of enzymes, which has a positive effect on overall human health. Take half a pineapple, 2 apples and 2 carrots. Cut all the fruits into small pieces and beat in a blender.

Carrots + tomatoes + bell peppers + garlic + celery + watercress + spinach

Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, which has a positive effect on the appearance of a person, returns a fresh and rested look, gives a charge of vivacity and energy. Add a couple of tomatoes, 2 red bell peppers, 4 cloves of garlic, 4 sprigs of celery, 1 cup of watercress and 1 cup of spinach to 5 carrots. It will turn out to be a killer drink in a good sense.

Almonds + dates + honey + cinnamon + mint

Nuts are very useful for the body. First of all, this is due to the high content of vitamin E in their composition. Blend a handful of raw almonds, 1 cup water, 2 pitted dates, 1 teaspoon honey, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, a handful of mint in a blender until smooth.

Banana + almonds + cinnamon + salt

A simplified version of the banana drink, which, however, does not become less useful. Add spicy cinnamon here, which has a positive effect on the digestive system and helps control appetite. Mix 1 banana, 15 raw almonds, 1 cup water, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, a pinch of salt in a blender.

Bulgarian pepper + lemon

This drink will be an excellent remedy for chronic fatigue and bad mood. Mix 2 bell peppers and the juice of half a lemon in a blender. A charge of vitamins and joy is provided.

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10 healthy drinks for every day + two author’s recipes for warmth and vigor

What we drink plays no less important role than what we eat. If we want to feel healthy and energetic, it is important to pay attention to the drinking regimen. Here are my top 10 healthiest drinks I drink on a regular basis.

1. High quality water at least 1.5-2 liters per day.
2. Any herbal teas . My favorites: fresh mint, chamomile and ginger root, as well as almost all Yogi Tea brand teas.
3. Green Shake : water or smoothie + powdered supplements containing botanicals such as wheatgrass, barley shoots, alfalfa, chlorella, etc. Such supplements perfectly complement the diet and serve as a source of nutrients necessary for the body, which we often lack due to insufficient consumption of greens and vegetables.
4. Green tea . Be sure to sheet and high quality. This tea perfectly tones and contains many antioxidants and vitamins. One of my favorite types of tea is matcha tea. This is a Japanese green tea powdered. It contains ten times more antioxidants than any other tea. It also speeds up metabolism and increases energy levels, making it a great alternative to coffee. I drink it mostly as matcha latte with plant milk.
5. Kombucha . Kombucha, or kombucha infusion, is a fermented, slightly carbonated drink made from brewed tea with the addition of fruits or berries. It heals the intestinal microflora very well and is generally useful for the gastrointestinal tract and liver.
6. Homemade fruit drinks . In summer, you can make homemade fruit drinks from seasonal berries and fruits, and in winter – from citrus fruits and ginger root.

My favorite citrus tonic with ginger root.

Ingredients:

• Lemon – ½ pc. medium size
• Ginger root – small piece (about 1 cm)
• Orange – ½ pcs.
• Honey – 1 tsp
• Water (approximately 40 degrees Celsius) – 200 ml

Preparation:

1. Squeeze lemon and orange juice with a manual citrus juicer.
2. Blend all ingredients in a blender.
3. Strain through a fine sieve.
4. Pour into your favorite mug and enjoy!

7. Freshly squeezed juices Vegetable or fruit and vegetable juices, predominantly from vegetables. For example, green juice from leafy vegetables, celery stalk, cucumber and green apple effectively removes toxins from the body without drastically raising blood sugar levels.

8. Drink made from dried fruits soaked overnight . For a good functioning of the digestive tract, it is useful to soak well-washed dried fruits such as prunes overnight, and drink this infusion in the morning on an empty stomach.

9. Decoctions of roots, leaves, fruits of plants eg wild rose, hawthorn, etc. Such decoctions are widely used in herbal medicine as an effective remedy.

10. Plant Based Milk which can be used to make healthy hot chocolate, smoothie or golden turmeric latte (recipe below).

Golden turmeric latte recipe.

Ingredients:

• Milk (I usually use almond milk) – 1 cup
• Turmeric (spice) – ½ tsp
• Ginger (spice) – ½ tsp
• Vanilla powder – ¼ tsp
• Maple syrup or honey – 1-2 tsp.
• Coconut oil – 1 tsp
• Black Pepper – 1/8 tsp

Preparation:

1. Pour the milk into a saucepan and add the rest of the ingredients except the honey.