Low Carb Refreshing Barley Drink
Cool off and hydrate with this Low Carb Refreshing Barley Drink, a guilt-free twist on a traditional favorite! Infused with the zesty tang of fresh lemon juice and zest, complemented by the soothing aroma of mint leaves, this light and nourishing beverage is perfect for hot summer days or a post-workout refreshment. Made with pearl barley, sweetened naturally with stevia or monk fruit, and chilled over ice, it strikes the ideal balance of being both satisfying and health-conscious. This easy-to-make barley water is low carb, vegan, and packed with natural flavors, offering a wholesome way to quench your thirst. Serve it garnished with lemon slices for a touch of elegance—your guests won't believe something so delicious can be so healthy!
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Ingredients
- 50 grams pearl barley
- 1.5 liters water
- 10 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 4 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons stevia or monk fruit sweetener
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 10 ice cubes
- 4 slices lemon slices
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the pearl barley under cold running water to remove any excess starch and impurities. Drain well.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed barley and 1.5 liters of water. Bring to a boil over high heat.
Step 3
Reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for about 30 minutes or until the barley is tender.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and strain the barley water through a fine-mesh sieve into a large jug, discarding the cooked barley or saving it for another use.
Step 5
Allow the barley water to cool slightly to room temperature.
Step 6
Add the fresh mint leaves, lemon juice, stevia or monk fruit sweetener, and lemon zest to the barley water. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
Step 7
Transfer the jug to the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to infuse.
Step 8
Before serving, fill each glass with a few ice cubes, pour in the chilled barley mint drink, and garnish with a lemon slice for added flavor and decoration.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing, low carb barley drink!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1961.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 201.0 |
| Total Fat 0.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 53.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 46.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.7g | |
| Protein 5.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 134.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 267.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories