If you look for a refreshing, healthy, low calorie drink, this mint water is for you! It requires only 3 ingredients, no sugar, and it's a breeze to make. It's perfect when you have guests over or to motivate yourself or your kids to drink more water.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Resting time1 hourhr
Total Time1 hourhr5 minutesmins
Course: Drinks
Keyword: mint water
Servings: 4
Author: Katia
Ingredients
½cupmint leaves, plus additional leaves for garnish
1litercold water, still or sparkling
1lemon, sliced (optional)
Instructions
Remove any damaged or brown mint leaves from the sprigs and wash them well.
Put them into a carafe and fill up with the cold water. Stir, make sure the leaves are submerged in water.
Cover with plastic wrap and put in the fridge to rest for 1 hour.
Serve cold, garnished with fresh mint leaves and ice if you like.
Notes
Storage: keep the mint water in the fridge, covered with plastic wrap so that it doesn't absorb other odors in the fridge. It keeps well for up to 2 days.