Low Sugar Lemon Ginger Detox Water
Staying properly hydrated gets a whole lot more appealing when your water tastes this bright and refreshing. Thin lemon rounds, freshly grated ginger, and cool cucumber slices steep together in cold filtered water until every sip is lightly fragrant and full of natural flavor — no syrups, sweeteners, or anything artificial needed. It's a smart swap for flavored drinks that sneak in unnecessary sweetness, because the ingredients themselves do all the work. The ginger adds a subtle warmth that plays beautifully against the citrusy lemon and the clean, cooling cucumber. A handful of fresh mint leaves takes it even further if you want an extra layer of freshness. Make a big pitcher, keep it in the fridge, and you'll find yourself reaching for it all day long.
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4 servings
- 1 medium lemon, thinly sliced into rounds
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- ½ medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 8 cups cold filtered water
- 4–6 fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the lemon slices, grated ginger, and cucumber slices to a large pitcher.
- 2
Pour the cold filtered water over the ingredients, pressing the lemon slices gently against the side of the pitcher to release a little juice.
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