Cucumber Water with Lemon

Cucumber Water with Lemon Recipe

By Tammy Algood Published: June 1, 2014

• Yield: 6 to 8 servings

Ingredients

• 2 quarts water
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 small lemon

Instructions

1. Place the water in a large pitcher. Using a zester, peel strips of the outer skin every inch lengthwise across the cucumber. Remove and discard the ends and cut into large wedges. Add to the water. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
   
2. Cut the lemon into 6 slices and add to the cucumber water. Cover and refrigerate 2 hours longer or up to 6 hours. Serve cold over ice.