Heart-Healthy Refreshing Barley Water
Quench your thirst and nourish your heart with this invigorating Heart-Healthy Refreshing Barley Water! Packed with the wholesome goodness of pearl barley, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of natural sweetness from honey, this beverage is a delicious way to stay hydrated. Infused with the warm spice of cinnamon and the soothing aroma of fresh ginger, every sip is as flavorful as it is calming. Mint leaves add a burst of refreshing coolness, making this an ideal drink to enjoy chilled on a warm day. With simple ingredients and easy steps, this recipe offers a nutrient-rich alternative to sugary drinks, perfect for supporting cardiovascular health and boosting your daily hydration routine. Treat yourself to a glass of this delightful heart-healthy elixir today!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup pearl barley
- 8 cups water
- 0.25 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger
- 1 unit cinnamon stick
- 0.25 cup mint leaves
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the pearl barley under cool running water to remove any dust or debris.
Step 2
In a large pot, combine the rinsed barley and 8 cups of water.
Step 3
Slice the fresh ginger thinly and add it along with the cinnamon stick to the pot.
Step 4
Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for approximately 30 minutes or until the barley is cooked and the water is infused with flavors.
Step 5
Remove the pot from the heat and strain the barley water into a large bowl or pitcher, discarding the barley, ginger, and cinnamon stick.
Step 6
Let the barley water cool to room temperature for about 10 minutes.
Step 7
Once cooled, stir in the lemon juice and honey until the honey dissolves completely.
Step 8
Refrigerate the barley water for at least one hour to chill.
Step 9
To serve, pour the chilled barley water into glasses, garnish each with a few fresh mint leaves.
Step 10
Enjoy the heart-healthy, refreshing barley water as a hydrating drink throughout the day.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2259.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 877.2 |
| Total Fat 2.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 86.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 201.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 35.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 37.7g | |
| Protein 21.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 349.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 922.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories