Hit-the-Spot Lemon Water
Recipe from Better Homes and Gardens

Soak lemons and fresh herbs in water for a perfect low calorie summer drink.


Hit-the-Spot Lemon Water

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Servings: 6 to 8 servings
Prep Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
Related Categories: Cool Summer, Drinks, Father's Day, Lemons, Mother's Day, Summer Picnics, Summer Punch, Valentine's Day
 
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Ingredients
  • 4 
    lemons, sliced
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  • 1-1/2  cups
    firmly packed fresh mint or basil leaves
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  • 6  to 8 cups
    bottled water or tap water
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  • 6  to 8 cups
    ice cubes
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    Fresh mint or basil sprigs
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Directions
1.
Place lemon slices in a large pitcher. Carefully rub the 1-1/2 cups mint leaves between the palms of your hands to slightly bruise the leaves. Add to the pitcher with lemon. Pour in water. Cover and chill for 1 to 8 hours.
2.
Strain lemon-water mixture. Discard herbs. Divide lemon slices and additional fresh mint or basil sprigs equally among 6 to 8 tall glasses or pint-sized canning jars. For each serving, add 1 cup of ice cubes; fill with the lemon water. Makes 6 to 8 servings.
Nutrition information
Calories 11, Total Fat 0 g, Saturated Fat 0 g, Monounsaturated Fat 0 g, Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 8 mg, Carbohydrate 4 g, Total Sugar 1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 34%, Calcium 1%, Iron 1%. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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