Refreshing Barley Water
Quench your thirst with this *Refreshing Barley Water* recipe, a light and invigorating drink packed with natural goodness! Made with nutrient-rich pearl barley simmered to perfection, this traditional beverage is infused with the zesty brightness of fresh lemon, the natural sweetness of honey, and the cool, aromatic touch of mint leaves. Perfect for hydrating on a warm day or as a naturally soothing drink year-round, this recipe is not only delicious but also incredibly simple to prepare. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a handful of wholesome ingredients, you’ll have a refreshing, chilled barley water that’s as good for the body as it is for the soul. Serve over ice and enjoy this healthy, homemade alternative to sugary drinks! Keywords: homemade barley water, lemon barley water, healthy drinks, natural hydration.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 grams pearl barley
- 2 liters water
- 1 medium lemon
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 5 leaves fresh mint leaves
Instructions
Rinse the pearl barley under cold water to remove any dirt and impurities.
In a large pot, combine the rinsed barley with 2 liters of water.
Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 45 minutes, or until the barley is tender and the water has reduced.
Once cooked, strain the barley water into a large bowl using a fine sieve; you can save the cooked barley for another use.
Let the barley water cool to room temperature.
Squeeze the juice of one lemon into the cooled barley water and stir well.
Add 2 tablespoons of honey to the lemon barley water and mix until fully dissolved. Adjust sweetness to taste.
For additional flavor, add 5 fresh mint leaves and let them steep for several minutes.
Chill the barley water in the refrigerator for at least two hours before serving.
Serve cold, with or without the mint leaves, and optionally add a slice of lemon for garnish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
500 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.4 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 76 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.1 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.8 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 175 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 398 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.
