Nitrate & Nitrite Free Lemon Ginger Detox Water
Bright, citrusy, and quietly refreshing, this infused water is the kind of drink that makes you actually want to stay hydrated. Sliced lemon, fresh cucumber, and finely grated ginger steep together in cold filtered water until every sip tastes clean and lightly zingy. A handful of mint leaves takes it even further if you have them on hand. What makes this such a smart choice is how genuinely simple it is — every single ingredient is whole and fresh, with zero processed additives to worry about. Packaged flavored waters and sports drinks are notorious for sneaking in preservatives, but here you control exactly what goes into the pitcher. After just an hour in the fridge, the water turns fragrant and subtly flavored without being overpowering. It's the kind of thing you'll want to keep a pitcher of all week.
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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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