Brazil Nut Free Whole30 Hot Lemon Water
Starting your morning with a mug of hot lemon water is one of those small rituals that genuinely sets a calm, intentional tone for the day. This version is as clean and simple as it gets — just fresh-squeezed lemon juice and hot water, which means it fits neatly into a Whole30 reset without any second-guessing. There are no packaged drink mixes or flavored powders to scrutinize here, just two real ingredients you probably already have on hand. The key is getting the water temperature right — steaming but not at a rolling boil — so the bright citrus flavor stays fresh and doesn't turn bitter. A thin lemon slice floated on top makes it feel a little more like a treat and a little less like a wellness chore. It's the kind of thing that takes under five minutes but somehow makes the whole morning feel more pulled together.
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1 serving
- 8–10 oz water
- ½ lemon, juiced (about 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice)
For serving
- 1 thin lemon slice, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the water in a kettle or small saucepan until steaming and just below a boil, about 175–185°F (79–85°C).
- 2
Juice the lemon half into a mug, removing any seeds.
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