So I must say after an amazing few days of celebrating my birthday all week and indulging in some serious cake and chocolate goodies, my body needed a bit of a cleanse. And there is no better way to cleanse the body than with some water infused with freshly squeezed lemons and sprigs of mint.
One of the major benefits in drinking lemon water is that it aids in weight loss and gives your body natural electrolytes. It's a great source of Vitamin C and antioxidants which helps to maintain your body's energy while on a diet plan or when working out.
Not only is lemon water a great tool in weight loss, but it just so happens to be amazing for your skin as well! It really gives your skin a nice glow by rejuvenating it from within and can also act as an anti-aging remedy. Doesn't get much better than that, eh?
Infuse your water with a few sprigs of mint as well to give it a cool fresh taste with some additional sweetness. I can pretty much guarantee you'll get rid of any headache too!
When it comes to lemons, a good rule of thumb that my mother always taught me is the heavier the lemon the better. So next time you're at the grocery store or your local farmer's market and you come across some fresh lemons, hold them in your hand and see which ones weigh the most. You want to get the most vitamins and minerals out of your lemons as you can!
And c'mon, doesn't this pitcher just look so pretty??
This is the perfect way to dress up boring old water and make it fancy anytime you have friends over or throw any type of party. It's healthy, refreshing and super festive! Feel free to infuse this with other fruits as well. Kiwis, limes and berries are all fabulous choices!
Here are your ingredients:
2 quarts water
Juice of one lemon
2 lemons, thinly sliced
Ice
Few sprigs of mint
Combine all ingredients and and place in fridge for a bit to allow flavors to infuse. Once pitcher is chilled, serve to friends and enjoy!
Easy peasy!
And no I didn't list the nutritional information,
there's only 8 calories per serving (if that) and zero points.
Love.
63 lovely comments:
I sooo love your pics and the recipes too.. all of them. :)
Just discovered your blog and love it! The photos are beautiful.
I wonder your feelings on cucumber water? It's fresh and has a different zing than lemon...just a thought as summer approacheth...
This lemon mint water looks gorgeous, and so refreshing as well. I just bought some mint and lemons, so I know what I'm making today
I read your blog just in time! After doing well all spring graduating two weeks ago I've done so much eating out drinking, cake, etc. as well and have been looking for good ways to assist with "cleansing" my system. I'm definitely going to get this together over the weekend!
Looks great! So refreshing. I've also made this with a few slices of cucumber in it - a friend called the recipe "Sassy Water" - and it was! :) Thanks for all your posts- my husband and I agree everything I've made from your blog has been delicious! Thanks so much!
I love Lemon Water! I drink it every day.
Your photos for this piece are unbelievable! I am getting thirsty just looking at them!
I actually made lemon-mint water for myself yesterday-- it IS delicious and refreshing.
Thanks for always giving us such thoughtful, creative posts!
This reminds me of something they drink all over Syria, which I couldn't get enough of when I went there a couple of years ago - they blend fresh lemon juice with water and sugar, to make a sort of still lemonade, then blend it with loads of fresh mint to make this green drink that is just INCREDIBLE. So refreshing, there's nothing quite like it.
I saw your pictures of this the other day and thought it looked delicious!! I'm definitely gonna have to give that a try :)
These pictures are amazing, makes me want to dive right into the water. I like to add grated ginger and sliced cucumbers to my lemon/mint water too. Gives an little extra something-something.
yum this looks amazinggggggg, i have never tried infusing water before, but I really want to try now.
How Funny, I just made a huge pitcher of this the other day..not even knowing. I just love the tast of it! haha. :)
Nice post and I really love the pics! Makes me wanna get some lemons...too bad we have a holiday over here in Germany :-)
Have a great day Kelly!
I love naturally flavored water, it's so refreshing!
Will have to make this for a shower I am throwing! Thank your for your lovely ideas!
Love doing this! It really is the simple things in life that taste and look the best! Looks lovely :)
Love water with lemon in it! I have never added mint though, will have to try that.
My mint in the garden is growing like crazy. So excited to have a good use for it TODAY! Would lime work instead of lemon?
Oh yumm!! after my big glass of (healthy)red wine that's exactly what i feel like :-)))
Great minds think a like! I just posted cucumber mint water last week that is so refreshing and perfect for baby/bridal showers.
Perfect for a summer drinks,,,so fresh :)
You know what? I ADORE lime and mint together - I never thought about lemon and mint! GREAT idea - thanks!
(also ~ thanks for the "heavy" lemon tip...I always scratched the zest & smelled)
I love this recipe! Since I started my detox, I've been making a tom of pitchers of this! Great recipe!
This looks so refreshing! I love lemon water. I've never tried it with mint. I'm definitely going to have to try this!
this makes me want to jump right into your screen. gorgeous photos. looks so refreshing
sounds lovely! great for summer!
XOXO,KT
TheSouthernBeautyNerd
Kelly. Seriously. These pictures are amazing.
Your pictures are just stunning! I love the the idea. What a perfect way to detox! :)
I am getting thirsty just looking at them!
I was just about to say cucumber and mint! So delicious!
Definitely a must-have in the fridge during the summer time. Refreshing!
Your post makes me feel like summer!!!
There was this hotel we stayed at in DC that always had lemon water in the lobby! I loved it!
Very yum! I would love to have a nice pitcher of that always in my fridge! I'd probably become a lot more hydrated.
Delicious and refreshing!
Kelly I love this. Right now I'm drinking lemon water with a dandelion tea bags in it, but I bet mint would taste better!!
I always have lemon or cucumber water in a jug in my fridge, it's just the best, isn't it?? As usual, your photos are so fantastic that you have managed to make me swoon over water! :)
Love this is a great refreshing healthy treat especially for summertime, and ya know I have seen so many fruit juices in the stores with so much sugar and carbs, this is a great healthy low calorie low carb recipe.. love it! :)
So yummy kelly! I adore naturally flavored water!
I drink my water like this all the time. Its the best. It is pretty popular here in Israel and they call it lemonana (lemon and mint) Its the best! Your photos are beautiful!
Congrats on the Top 9 today!
Love this drink!So refreshing and delicious!Perfect for this weather and the coming months!
Great photos. I just bought a mint plant to plant in the yard today so this recipe will is perfect now. Can't wait to try it.
Mmmm. I just make regular lemonade for the kids. I still have a ton of zested lemons left from making limoncello. I'm going to make this water for me!
I love celebrating birthdays for the week and even the month. I guess all good things have to come to an end though. This looks so pretty. I love it when I can have a nice refreshing drink that is fancier than "just" water but no extra calories!
I could drink gallons upon gallons of this water. Your pics are AWESOME with a capital A.
I just started following, and I LOVE your pictures and colorful descriptions. I am an expat living in Serbia, so your blog has helped me get a little more creative in the kitchen!
Thanks!
Lana
www.livelifelikeabestseller.blogspot.com
Looks so refreshing Kelly. Love the photos.
How refreshing! Thank you.
Mmmm imagine it with vodka. Lovely
Mmmm imagine it with vodka. Yummy, thanks
Easy peasy lemon squeeze ;)
Made this today and it's delicious! This will now be a must have in my fridge!
xoxo, K
I made it added extra mint and boy is so refreshing Thank you and also for your lemon tip.
uhh I do this all the time!! as well with cucumber and mint!
i am obsessed with your blog! :) :)
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Can you be exact and tell us how many mint leaves, please?
When drinking this, to get the full affect should you just be drinking the water or eating normally?
I made this to have after my jog this evening. It was fabulous, so refreshing and surprisingly sweet!
Hello, I had made some green tea,lime and mint in water. I boiled the water and made green tea, then added just slices of lime and chopped mint leaves(there were no instructions as to how much (different site). It was rather bitter so I but a large Tablespoon of honey in it to make it not so bitter. Would the benefits still be the same. It was claimed to help with fat burning, digestion, headaches, congestion and breath freshener....your thoughts please? Thank you!
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Add 1/2 a cucumber to your ingredientes ;) also sliced
Really want to try this!!
Where did you get those lovely jars/glasses from?
S xx
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