Citric Acid Free Sea Salt Lemon Water
Fresh lemon juice squeezed straight from the fruit is the star here, delivering that bright, tart flavor without any processed additives or preservatives. For anyone navigating a sensitivity to manufactured citric acid — the kind derived from mold fermentation and added to countless packaged drinks — this simple approach is a genuine relief. A pinch of fine sea salt rounds out the flavor and gives the whole glass a subtle mineral depth that makes it taste far more intentional than plain water. It comes together in minutes with just a citrus juicer and a glass, which means there's no reason to reach for a bottled lemonade with a questionable ingredient list. Serve it over ice on a warm afternoon and it genuinely hits the spot.
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1 serving
- 12 oz cold water
- 1 medium lemon, juiced (about 2 tbsp)
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
- 3–4 ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Juice the lemon using a citrus juicer, yielding about 2 tablespoons of juice. Discard any seeds.
- 2
Pour the cold water into a glass. Add the lemon juice and a pinch of fine sea salt, then stir until the salt is fully dissolved.
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