Fish Free Lime Mint Electrolyte Water
Staying hydrated just got a serious upgrade. This bright, citrusy drink blends fresh lime juice, cool mint, and a smart pinch of sea salt and cream of tartar to naturally replenish electrolytes — no neon-colored sports drinks required. The cream of tartar brings a gentle potassium boost, while the salt helps with sodium balance, making this a genuinely functional sip that also happens to taste incredible. A drizzle of raw honey rounds out the tartness if you want a touch of sweetness, though it's completely optional. Everything here is straightforward pantry and produce-drawer stuff, so there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your glass. It steeps in just ten minutes, then it's ready to pour over ice with a few lime slices for a drink that looks as refreshing as it tastes. Make a big pitcher on a hot day and you'll wonder why you ever reached for anything else.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
4 servings
- 8 cups filtered water
- 3 limes, juiced (about ⅓ cup juice)
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, lightly packed
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp cream of tartar
- 1 tbsp raw honey (optional)
Can be omittedraw honey
For serving
- ice, for serving (optional)
- lime slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Juice the limes into a large pitcher, catching any seeds. Add the fresh mint leaves.
- 2
Add the fine sea salt and cream of tartar to the pitcher, then pour in the filtered water and stir until the salt and cream of tartar are fully dissolved.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!