Macadamia Free Lemon Ginger Detox Water
Bright, zingy, and genuinely refreshing, this infused water is the kind of thing that makes you actually want to drink more throughout the day. Fresh lemon brings a clean citrus lift, grated ginger adds a subtle warmth and kick, and cucumber keeps everything cool and crisp — it's a combination that feels like a reset in a glass. The mint leaves are optional, but if you have them on hand, they push the whole pitcher into seriously spa-worthy territory. Everything comes together in a large pitcher with just a quick stir and a rest in the fridge, so the effort is almost laughably minimal. There are no syrups, no powders, and no packaged flavor additives to second-guess — just whole, recognizable ingredients doing their thing. It's a great make-ahead option since the flavors deepen the longer it sits, and it looks beautiful on a table or countertop straight from the pitcher.
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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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