Refreshing Electrolyte Drink Recipe No Sugar
A simple, no-sugar electrolyte drink perfect for hot weather that hydrates and replenishes minerals with fresh citrus, coconut water, and sea salt.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lime juice
- 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) coconut water
- 1 cup (240 ml) filtered water
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 5–6 fresh mint leaves (optional)
- Ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- Roll lemons and limes on the countertop, cut in half, and juice to extract about 1/4 cup lemon juice and 2 tablespoons lime juice. Strain to remove pulp if desired.
- In a pitcher or jar, combine lemon juice, lime juice, coconut water, and filtered water. Stir gently to blend.
- Add 1/4 teaspoon sea salt and stir until completely dissolved. If salt doesn’t dissolve easily, warm the mixture slightly, stir again, then chill.
- If using, gently muddle fresh mint leaves with a muddler or wooden spoon to release oils, then stir into the drink.
- Add ice cubes to the pitcher or pour over ice-filled glasses. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes or serve immediately.
Notes
Use fresh lemon and lime juice for best flavor. Measure salt carefully to avoid over-salting. Coconut water is key for natural electrolytes; if unavailable, substitute with filtered water plus potassium chloride salt substitute. Mint is optional but adds a refreshing note. For a fizzy version, replace filtered water with sparkling water just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 fl oz (240 ml)
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 150
- Carbohydrates: 8
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