Citrus and Mint Infused Water
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4.8
Citrus and Mint Infused Water
Description
The Citrus and Mint Infused Water uses thin lemon slices combined with torn fresh mint leaves immersed in cold water with ice. Allowing the mixture to steep at least 10 minutes lets the lemon oils and mint aroma infuse into the water, imparting delicate citrus tang and minty freshness. The resulting drink is crisp and cooling, suitable for serving chilled on warm days or as a flavorful alternative to plain water.
Preparation is straightforward, requiring only washing and slicing fruit and mint, then mixing and chilling. This beverage can accompany meals or serve as a hydrating refreshment throughout the day.
Ingredients
- 1 lemon
- 1 qt water
- 10 mint leaves
Instructions
- Wash and slice lemons into thin rings. Break the mint leaves into small pieces. Place ingredients into a cups.
- Fill the cups with ice and water, let the water soak up the flavor of citrus and mint for at least 10 minutes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 10 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 10kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 13mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 51mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 106IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.