Cinnamon Free Lemon Ginger Detox Water
Bright, zingy, and endlessly refreshing, this infused water brings together lemon, fresh ginger, and cool cucumber for a drink that feels like a genuine reset. The ginger adds a gentle warmth and subtle spice without any of the sweet, woody notes that cinnamon can introduce — making this a completely safe and satisfying option for anyone avoiding that particular spice. It's surprisingly easy to put together: just slice, grate, and let the fridge do the work while everything steeps into something fragrant and lightly flavored. The cucumber keeps things cool and clean, while the lemon brightens the whole pitcher with a natural tartness. A handful of fresh mint leaves takes it even further if you want an extra layer of herbal freshness. This is the kind of drink you'll want to keep on rotation all week — make a big batch on Sunday and you're set for days.
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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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