Eggless Sea Salt Lemon Water
There is something quietly refreshing about a glass of cold lemon water done right, and the pinch of fine sea salt here is what takes it from ordinary to genuinely craveable. The salt softens the sharpness of the lemon juice and gives the drink a subtle mineral depth that plain citrus water just doesn't have. It comes together in minutes with nothing more than a lemon, cold water, and a few pantry staples — no blender, no special equipment, just a glass and a citrus juicer. This is the kind of drink that works first thing in the morning, alongside a meal, or any time you want something light and hydrating that still feels intentional. Simple as it is, the balance of bright citrus and savory salt makes it feel far more considered than your average glass of water.
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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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