Electrolyte
Revitalize your hydration routine with this easy and refreshing homemade electrolyte drink! Packed with natural ingredients like fresh orange juice, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of honey or maple syrup for natural sweetness, this thirst-quencher strikes the perfect balance of flavor and functionality. A pinch of sea salt or Himalayan pink salt provides essential minerals, while baking soda boosts alkalinity for optimal hydration. Ready in just 10 minutes, this DIY electrolyte beverage is perfect for post-workout recovery, hot summer days, or anytime you need a hydrating pick-me-up. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve chilled over ice for a cooling, revitalizing experience. Stay hydrated the healthy way with this all-natural electrolyte recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Water
- 0.5 cups Fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1.5 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoons Sea salt or Himalayan pink salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1 sprig Optional: fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup Ice cubes
Instructions
In a large pitcher, combine the water, fresh orange juice, and fresh lemon juice. Stir well to blend.
Add the honey or maple syrup, sea salt, and baking soda into the mixture. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are completely dissolved.
Taste the drink and adjust sweetness by adding more honey or maple syrup if desired.
If using fresh mint leaves, gently bruise the leaves by clapping them between your hands to release their flavor, then add them to the pitcher.
Add the ice cubes to the pitcher to chill the drink.
Store the electrolyte drink in the refrigerator if not serving immediately.
Serve cold in a glass with a sprig of mint for garnish if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
155 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1313 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.5 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.9 g | ||
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 74 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 250 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
