Gluten-Free Refreshing Barley Water
Quench your thirst with this gluten-free refreshing barley water recipe—a modern twist on the traditional cooling beverage using a gluten-free pearled barley substitute. Perfect for hot summer days or soothing hydration, this drink boasts a harmonious blend of tangy lemon juice, natural sweetness from honey (or agave for a vegan option), and invigorating fresh mint. With its light, crisp flavor and subtle herbal notes, it’s a delicious way to stay refreshed. The recipe is simple to prepare, offering wholesome hydration while accommodating dietary preferences. Serve chilled over ice cubes with optional lemon slices for a touch of elegance, making it an ideal companion for outdoor gatherings or relaxing afternoons.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Pearled barley substitute
- 8 cups Water
- 0.5 cup Lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Honey (or agave syrup for a vegan option)
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 12 cubes Ice cubes
- 4 slices Lemon slices (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Rinse the pearled barley substitute thoroughly under running water to remove any debris or impurities.
In a large saucepan, combine the rinsed barley substitute and 8 cups of water.
Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Once it starts boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 45 minutes until the barley substitute is tender.
After cooking, strain the mixture using a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to separate the liquid. Discard the solids or save them for another use.
Allow the strained barley water to cool to room temperature before transferring it to a pitcher.
Stir in the lemon juice and honey or agave syrup until fully dissolved, adjusting sweetness to taste.
Add a few fresh mint leaves to the pitcher, gently crushing them with the back of a spoon to release their aromatic oils.
Refrigerate the barley water for at least an hour to cool and infuse the flavors.
To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes, pour in the chilled barley water, and garnish with a lemon slice and additional mint leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
463 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 69 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.5 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.9 g | ||
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 168 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 392 mg | 8% | |
*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.
