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Fresh Lime Water

Made with limes, cucumbers and fresh mint, this fresh lime water recipe is perfect for quenching your thirst and cooling you down.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: fresh lime water
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 66kcal
Author: Lois

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup fresh mint
  • 4 limes
  • ½ cup peeled and chopped cucumber
  • 2 cups of water
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 cup of ice

Instructions

  • Wash and chop the mint leaves.
  • Peel the cucumber and cut into small cubes.
  • Slice one of the limes and set aside to use as a garnish.
  • Add the cucumber and mint leaves to the 2 cups of water in a pitcher. Allow to infuse for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, squeeze the other 3 limes into another pitcher.
  • Strain the infused mint-cucumber water mixture through a sieve. Add the water to the lime juice pitcher.
  • Add the brown sugar and stir until the sugar dissolves.
  • Pour into two glasses over ice cubes.
  • Garnish with fresh lime slices and fresh mint leaves.

Notes

You can use any type of sweetener you prefer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 66kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 20mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g