Vegan Lemon Water
There is something quietly refreshing about a glass of cold water brightened with a squeeze of fresh citrus — simple, clean, and genuinely satisfying any time of day. This drink comes together in under a minute with just a handful of real ingredients, making it one of the easiest ways to stay hydrated without reaching for something processed or artificially flavored. The base is completely plant-based, and the optional honey can be swapped for agave or maple syrup if you want to keep every ingredient strictly free of animal products. Fresh mint leaves add a cool, aromatic lift that makes the whole glass feel a little more special without any extra effort. It's the kind of drink that works at breakfast, after a workout, or whenever you just need a moment to reset.
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1 serving
- 8 oz cold or room-temperature water
- ½ lemon, juiced (about 1 ½ tbsp fresh lemon juice)
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
Can be omittedhoney
- 2–3 fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Juice the lemon half using a citrus juicer, yielding about 1 1/2 tbsp of fresh juice.
- 2
Pour the water into a glass, add the lemon juice, and stir to combine. Stir in the honey, if using, until dissolved. Add the mint leaves, if using.