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Cucumber Lemon Water is a delicious and refreshing detox water with many potential health benefits. An easy recipe requiring a few cucumber and lemon slices, it’s great for the digestive system, weight loss, and healthy skin.
Hey there, friends! So, we’ve all been there. Trying to gulp down those recommended glasses of water and getting enough water on a daily basis sometimes feels like a chore.
Well, fear not because I’ve got just the thing to jazz up your hydration game, boost your immune system, and kick some free radicals to the curb: cue the cucumber lemon water!
This little concoction of fresh cucumber and thin slices of lemon is a game-changer. It’s also an easy way of adding a burst of refreshing flavor to your plain old water in just 5 minutes flat.
Plus, let’s talk about presentation – it’s like instant elegance in a glass, perfect for impressing guests or simply treating yourself to something special.
Cucumber lemon water is clean, refreshing, and tastes much better than plain water. It’s the perfect drink for any hot summer day and a great substitute for soda or juice.
Trust me, once you try it, you’ll never want to go back to drinking regular water! So ditch the sugary drinks and
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What is the benefit of lemon and cucumber water?
First of all, I am not a nutritionist or a doctor. But you don’t have to be a genius to know that adding fruits and veggies to your daily routine is a good thing and great for your overall health.
And we all know our water intake must be consistent, especially in the summer. Second, there are not just one but many benefits to drinking lemon cucumber water.
Here are some basic and practical benefits of drinking lemon cucumber water:
Low in Calories
Sugary sodas, juice, and other sweet drinks with artificial flavorings contain empty calories. However, there are only 8 calories per serving in lemon cucumber water.
Cucumbers Are Good for Digestion
Sugary drinks can wreak havoc on the old digestive system. The cucumber is a super veggie when it comes to this bodily function. It already has a high water content and is loaded with fiber.
It helps sweep out your system and eliminate all the nasty toxins. You can also double the benefit of this amazing food by snacking on it while you enjoy lemon cucumber water. Get ready to “flush” your cares away!
Full Of Nutrients and Antioxidants
Cucumbers are rich in Vitamin C, manganese, beta-carotene, and other powerful antioxidants.These powerful nutrients can help prevent or even repair cell damage that can lead to illness.
It also contains anti-inflammatory properties, which are crucial in fighting off chronic disease.
Cucumbers and lemons also contain magnesium, a mineral that’s crucial to the body’s function.Magnesiumhelps keepblood pressurenormal, bones strong, and a steady heart rhythm.(resource)
Get Rid of Belly Fat
Drinking lemon and cucumber, water may help you get rid of that stubborn belly fat while it’s flushing toxins from your body.
Lemons contain significant amounts of soluble fiber, vitamin C, and other valuable nutrients and antioxidants, possibly aiding weight loss and improving digestion.
The antioxidants found in the lemons may help stimulate the liver to burn fat.
Similarly, cucumbers are full of essential nutrients, including vitamins C and K, whichplay a vital role in losing weight.
Cucumbers are also very low in calories yet high in soluble fiber, making them an excellent food that promotes hydration and boosts weight loss. (resource)
Great For Hydration
We all know we must stay hydrated, but water gets boring. A Cucumber is95% waterand will only ensure you get water into your system.
Also, adding flavors like cucumbers and lemons makes drinking water much more pleasurable, adds numerous health benefits, and helps you get those8 glasses in for the day.
Good For Your Skin
Hydration is THE best thing you can do for your skin. And, when you combine the powerful nutrient benefits of cucumber and lemons, it’s even better.
Lemon Cucumber Water is loaded with Vitamin C, antioxidants, and silica, an anti-aging assistant. Lemon cucumber water cleans the toxins from your body, which usually create redness and blemishes.
The pantothenic acid or Vitamin B-5 in cucumbers may also help to tame acne. It may sound weird, but some who struggle with face breakouts even apply cold cucumbers to the trouble areas on their skin.
It’s Good For Your Muscles
Toss in some cucumber slices and lemon with your workout water. Cucumbers contain a trace mineral called silica, which is necessary to keep muscle tissue healthy.
Lemon Cucumber Water Is A Natural Detoxifier
Lemon and cucumbers are natural diuretics that help the body to pass toxins through urine.
Lowers High Blood Pressure
Cucumbers are a good source of potassium, an electrolyte that helps regulate blood pressure. It helps your body eliminate the excess sodium that usually contributes to high blood pressure.
Ingredients for lemoncucumber water recipe
2 cheap and simple ingredients are all you need to make up this delicious and healthy drink.
- cucumbers
- fresh lemons
How To Make Lemon Cucumber Water
Lemon Cucumber water is so easy to make. It’s perfect for entertaining because it’s such a simple recipe that takes no time to prepare and looks very fancy.
- Thinly slice the cucumber and lemons, place them in a large pitcher, and fill it with cold water.
- Set the pitcher of cold water in the fridge for several hours.
NOTE: The recipecard below contains the full recipe with amounts, notes, and variations.
How long does Lemon Cucumber Water last?
This infused water has the best flavor within one day of making it. The flavor tends to become more bitter the longer it sits. Chill for a cozy 2 to 4 hours, letting those refreshing cucumber vibes soak right in with the lemon slices.
When it’s time to serve, you can add a few more crisp cucumber slices and a generous scoop of ice. This infused elixir will stay chill in the fridge for a delightful 48 hours. Enjoy every hydrating sip!
Variations
If cucumber and lemons don’t excite you, and they should, you can always try mixing things up just a bit. Below are a few examples of creating delicious and fresh flavors for those hot days.
- Lemon lime cucumber water: Toss in a few lime slices for an extra depth of flavor.
- Mint Flavor: A few sprigs of fresh mint add a nice little flavor.
- Sliced Fruit: Use frozen fruit slices like peaches, apples, mangos, and strawberries to create your own tasty concoction. Fresh fruit works just as well. Just be sure to let the water chill for at least 2 hours in the fridge.
- Citrus Fruit: Fruits like oranges, grapefruit, lemons, limes, tangerines, and kumquats are a tasty way to add Vitamin C and great flavor to plain tap water.
FAQs
What type of cucumbers should I use?
Both English cucumbers and regular cucumbers are excellent.
How often should you drink cucumber lemon water?
Enjoy the refreshing beverage every day! It helps the body stay hydrated throughout the day. It can help restore your energy levels, particularly on hot days when you are frequently thirsty and dehydrated.
Does cucumber lemon water really burn belly fat?
While cucumber water doesn’t directlycontribute to shedding pounds or targeting stubborn belly fat, it can support weight loss efforts by offering a low-calorie substitute for sugary sodas and other calorie-laden beverages. Plus, staying hydrated with water, including cucumber-infused, can help curb cravings and satisfy you. Getting aflavor-infused waterbottle is a great way to have it near and ready to go, especially when you want a flavored drink.
How long should you leave cucumbers in water?
Let the cucumbers steep in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours or leave it overnight for a more intensified flavor.
Does lemon cucumber water help with clear skin?
Cucumbers are mostly water, so they provide a boost of hydration. Lemons naturally cleanse the body, flush out toxins, and aid in digestion.
What effects does lemon cucumber water have on the body?
Reduced inflammation. Lemons and cucumbers both have anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce swelling and discomfort.
Top Tips for Making Lemon Cucumber Water!
Here are a few things to remember when making Lemon Cucumber water!
- If you don’t have good quality tap water, use filtered water or bottled water.
- Use a glass pitcher and serve in glass jars or cups if possible. I like to place some glass jars in the freezer for a couple of hours and serve! It also reduces the need for ice cubes, which can dilute the flavor as they melt.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves.
- Adjust amounts of cucumber, lemon, and water according to your taste and the size of the pitcher. Ultimately, it is about your taste and what you prefer.
- Use a wooden spoon to stir your lemon cucumber water.Wooden spoons are non-reactive, meaning that the wood won’t adversely react with the acids in some foods or leave a nasty, metallic taste like metal spoons oftendo.
If you want to try more infused water recipes, be sure tocheck out this collection from Culinary Hill!
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Lemon Cucumber Water
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Lemon Cucumber Water is delicious, refreshing, loaded with health benefits, and so easy to make. You only need 1 cucumber, 2 lemons, and 5 minutes. It’s also great for weight loss and detox.
- Author: Shane Martin
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Drink
- Method: Raw
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 2 lemons thinly sliced
- 1 cucumber thinly sliced
- 64 ounces of water (8 cups)
Instructions
- Thinly slice the cucumber and lemons, place them in a large pitcher, and fill it with cold water.
- Set the pitcher of cold water in the fridge for several hours.
Notes
- This infused water has the best flavor within one day of making it. The flavor tends to become more bitter the longer it sits. Chill for a cozy 2 to 4 hours, letting those refreshing cucumber vibes soak right in with the lemon slices.
- When it’s time to serve, you can add a few more crisp cucumber slices and a generous scoop of ice. This infused elixir will stay chill in the fridge for a delightful 48 hours. Enjoy every hydrating sip!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 8
- Sugar: 0.9 g
- Sodium: 10.3 mg
- Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 2.2 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 0.3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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