Strawberry Mango Basil Water: Easy Recipe

Strawberry mango basil water is fruit- and herb-infused water that takes about 2 hours 10 minutes to 4 hours 10 minutes, including chilling, and makes about 1 litre, or 4 servings.

What is strawberry mango basil water?

Strawberry mango basil water is made by steeping sliced strawberries, mango and fresh basil in cold water. The fruit gives the water a gentle flavor rather than the sweetness or thickness of juice.

It’s one of many berry infused water recipes you can make in a pitcher. Serve it cold, with or without the fruit pieces in the glass.

What ingredients and ratio do you need?

For about 1 litre of strawberry mango basil water, you’ll need:

• Water: 1,000 mL (about 4¼ US cups)
• Strawberries: 75 g (about ½ cup sliced)
• Mango: 75 g (about ½ cup peeled and diced)
• Fresh basil: 5 g (about ¼ cup loosely packed, or 8–12 leaves)

This ratio uses about 1 cup of chopped fruit and a small handful of basil per litre of water. Choose ripe, fragrant fruit for the most flavor; the water will still taste much lighter than a blended fruit drink.

Use a clean pitcher or jar large enough to hold the water and fruit. A lid helps keep the infusion covered while it chills.

How do you make strawberry mango basil water?

Active prep: about 10 minutes
Chilling: 2 hours by default; up to 4 hours for a stronger infusion
Total time: about 2 hours 10 minutes to 4 hours 10 minutes
Yield: about 1 litre, or 4 servings

1. Rinse the strawberries, whole mango and basil under running water. Remove the strawberry tops.
2. Slice the strawberries. Peel the mango, cut the flesh away from the pit and dice it.
3. Place the fruit and basil in a clean pitcher. Gently press or tear the basil leaves to release their aroma.
4. Pour in the water, cover the pitcher and refrigerate for 2 hours. For a stronger flavor, steep for up to 4 hours.
5. Serve chilled, straining out the solids if you prefer. Divide the water among 4 glasses, adding ice if you like.

For another combination or batch size, try the ai infused water generator.

The sliced fruit can remain in the pitcher when you serve it, or you can pour the water through a strainer for a clearer drink. Taste the water after the default 2-hour steep to decide whether you would like to leave it longer.

Why do strawberry, mango and basil pair well?

Strawberries add a tart, berry flavor that balances the softer, tropical taste of mango. Basil adds a fresh herbal aroma that keeps the combination from tasting too sweet. Explore the individual flavors in strawberry infused water, mango infused water and basil water.

The main benefit of strawberry mango basil water is hydration. Its flavor may make plain water more appealing if you find it difficult to drink enough. Strawberries and mango contain nutrients, but the amount that transfers into steeped water is uncertain; eating the fruit provides more of its fiber and nutrients.

There is no need to rely on infused water to remove toxins. The liver and kidneys do most of the body’s detoxification, while the lungs and gut also help eliminate waste. Drinking water supports hydration and normal organ function.

How should you store strawberry mango basil water?

Keep strawberry mango basil water covered in the refrigerator and drink it within 24 hours for the best flavor. Discard any remainder after 2 days, or sooner if it becomes cloudy, slimy or sour-smelling.

You can strain out the fruit and basil after steeping if you prefer a clearer drink. Keep the strained water refrigerated too; removing the solids doesn’t extend the storage window. Don’t leave the pitcher at room temperature for more than a few hours.

How can you vary strawberry mango basil water?

Adjust the fruit balance

Use more strawberry and less mango for a brighter berry flavor, or reverse the proportions for a softer tropical taste. Keep the combined fruit amount close to 1 cup per litre of water as a starting point. Slice or dice the fruit before adding it so its cut surfaces are in contact with the water.

Change the basil intensity

Tear the leaves for a more noticeable herbal aroma, or leave them whole for a gentler flavor. You can also strain out the basil once the water tastes the way you like it. Keep the fruit and water chilled while they continue to steep.

Serve it differently

Leave the fruit in the pitcher for a colorful presentation, or strain it before serving for a smoother drink. Add ice to individual glasses so the pitcher’s flavor stays consistent as you serve it. If you eat the fruit, remember that it adds calories and nutrients beyond those in the steeped water.

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