Refreshing Barley Water

Quench your thirst with Refreshing Barley Water, a wholesome and revitalizing drink packed with natural goodness. Made from simmered pearl barley, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a touch of honey, this traditional beverage is both nourishing and delicious. Infused with refreshing mint leaves, it’s the perfect blend of tangy and slightly sweet flavors, ideal for hydration and detoxification. Easy to prepare with only five simple ingredients, this recipe takes advantage of a slow simmering technique to extract barley’s full nutritional benefits. Serve it chilled for a soothing summer cooler or enjoy it anytime as a health-boosting refresher!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 100 grams pearl barley
• 2 liters water
• 1 medium lemon
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 5 leaves fresh mint leaves

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the pearl barley under cold water to remove any dirt and impurities.

Step 2

In a large pot, combine the rinsed barley with 2 liters of water.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Once cooked, strain the barley water into a large bowl using a fine sieve; you can save the cooked barley for another use.

Step 5

Let the barley water cool to room temperature.

Step 6

Squeeze the juice of one lemon into the cooled barley water and stir well.

Step 7

Add 2 tablespoons of honey to the lemon barley water and mix until fully dissolved. Adjust sweetness to taste.

Step 8

For additional flavor, add 5 fresh mint leaves and let them steep for several minutes.

Step 9

Chill the barley water in the refrigerator for at least two hours before serving.

Step 10

Serve cold, with or without the mint leaves, and optionally add a slice of lemon for garnish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2231.3 grams (2231.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	500

Total Fat 1.40g	2%
Saturated Fat 0.30g	2%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 76mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate 118.10g	43%
Dietary Fiber 17.40g	62%
Total Sugars 36.80g
Protein 10.90g	22%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 175mg	13%
Iron 3mg	18%
Potassium 398mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.4%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 89.4%