Description
A refreshing and soothing detox water made with fresh lemons, crisp cucumber, and fragrant mint, perfect for hydration on hot days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Medium Fresh Lemons
- 1 Large English Cucumber
- 10–12 Leaves Fresh Mint Leaves
- 2 quarts Filtered Water
- 2 cups Ice Cubes
Instructions
- Wash the lemons, cucumber, and mint leaves under cool running water and pat them dry.
- Slice the lemons and cucumber into very thin rounds.
- Muddle the mint in the bottom of a pitcher to release essential oils.
- Layer the lemon and cucumber slices into the pitcher.
- Pour cold filtered water over the ingredients and top with ice cubes.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one to two hours before serving.
Notes
For a touch of sweetness, add a splash of honey or a sliced apple. If you’d like to change the flavor, consider adding lime or strawberries. Serve with extra mint for garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: detox, refreshing drink, summer beverage, hydrating, infused water