Paleo Chilled Turmeric Ginger Infused Water
Staying hydrated doesn't have to mean plain water, and this golden, aromatic infusion is proof. Fresh turmeric and ginger roots steep overnight alongside bright lemon slices and a crack of black pepper, turning a simple pitcher of cold water into something that feels genuinely special. The black pepper is a smart touch — it's well known to enhance the absorption of turmeric's active compounds, so there's real intention behind every ingredient here. Everything in this recipe is whole, unprocessed, and completely in line with ancestral eating principles, with the optional maple syrup being the only call you need to make based on your own approach. After a long chill in the fridge, the water turns a deep, gorgeous gold and smells incredible — the kind of thing you'll want to keep a pitcher of on hand all week. Straining it over ice makes for a clean, refreshing glass that's as beautiful as it is satisfying to drink.
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4 servings
- 8 cups cold filtered water
- 1 piece (about 2 inches) fresh turmeric root, thinly sliced
- 1 piece (about 2 inches) fresh ginger root, thinly sliced
- 1 medium lemon, thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly cracked
- 2 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Scrub the turmeric root and ginger root under cold running water. Slice both into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick — no need to peel.
- 2
Slice the lemon into thin rounds, about 1/4 inch thick, discarding the end pieces.
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