Legume Free Lemon Ginger Detox Water
Bright, zingy, and genuinely refreshing, this infused water brings together lemon, fresh ginger, and cool cucumber for a drink that feels like a reset in a glass. The ginger adds a gentle warmth that balances the citrus beautifully, while the cucumber keeps everything clean and light. It comes together in minutes — just slice, grate, and let the fridge do the rest while the flavors slowly bloom into the water. There are no beans, lentils, or legume-derived additives hiding anywhere in this recipe, which makes it a completely worry-free choice for anyone navigating that restriction. A handful of fresh mint stirred in before serving takes it from simple to genuinely special. Make a big pitcher on Sunday and you'll have something far more interesting than plain water to reach for all week 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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