This detox water recipe turns plain water into something you actually want to drink all day. Thin slices of cucumber, lemon and fresh ginger infuse with mint for a crisp, cooling pitcher with bright citrus and a gentle hint of spice.
It takes five minutes to prepare and about an hour in the fridge. There is no sugar, no juice and nothing complicated.
Why you'll love this Detox Water
5 minutes of prep
No added sugar
Makes hydration more enjoyable
Uses ingredients you can find anywhere
Does detox water actually detox?
Honestly, no drink cleanses your body. Your liver and kidneys already do that. What detox water does well is make water taste great, which helps you drink more of it and reach for fewer sugary drinks.
Cucumber adds freshness, lemon brings brightness, ginger gives warmth and mint cools everything down. Together they taste like a spa day.
Ingredients for Detox Water
- 6 cups cold water
- ½ medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
- 8 to 10 fresh mint leaves
- Ice cubes, optional
Full steps are in the recipe card below.
How to make Detox Water
- 1
Rinse
Wash the cucumber, lemon, ginger and mint well.
- 2
Slice thin
Slice the cucumber, lemon and ginger as thinly as you can. Thin slices infuse faster.
- 3
Fill the pitcher
Add the slices and mint leaves to a large glass pitcher.
- 4
Add water
Pour in the cold water and stir gently.
- 5
Infuse
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- 6
Serve
Pour over ice and enjoy cold.
Tips for the best Detox Water
- Slice everything very thin for faster flavor.
- Lightly press the mint before adding it.
- Serve very cold for the most refreshing taste.
Easy variations
Lime
Swap the lemon for lime.
Strawberry
Add a handful of sliced strawberries.
Orange
Pair cucumber with orange slices.
No cucumber
Make a simple lemon, ginger and mint water.
How to store Detox Water
- Keep covered in the fridge and drink within 24 hours.
- Strain out the fruit if you want to keep it longer.
Detox Water
An easy detox water recipe with cucumber, lemon, fresh ginger and mint. Ready in 5 minutes, infused for an hour. Crisp, cooling and sugar free.
Ingredients
Equipment: Large glass pitcher, sharp knife and cutting board
Instructions
- RinseWash the cucumber, lemon, ginger and mint well.
- Slice thinSlice the cucumber, lemon and ginger as thinly as you can. Thin slices infuse faster.
- Fill the pitcherAdd the slices and mint leaves to a large glass pitcher.
- Add waterPour in the cold water and stir gently.
- InfuseRefrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- ServePour over ice and enjoy cold.
Notes
- For an overnight infusion, remove the lemon slices after a few hours so the water does not turn bitter.
- Make a fresh batch rather than topping up old fruit.
Yield: 6 servings. Nutrition is an estimate of about 5 calories per serving and will vary with your ingredients.
Frequently asked questions
Does detox water detox your body?
No. It is flavored water. Its real benefit is helping you enjoy staying hydrated.
Can I drink it every day?
For most people, yes. It is simply water with fruit and herbs.
Can I make it overnight?
Yes. Remove the lemon after a few hours to avoid bitterness.
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