The lemon drink

• Servings: 4
• Preparation time: 1 minutes.
• Dissolving sugar in water time: 3-4 minutes.
• Total time: 5 minutes.

Almost each and every house people queue up to relish the nutritious must have this summer delicacy. “The lemon drink” is a timeless, thirst-quenching beverage loved for its tangy flavour and refreshing quality. Made with freshly squeezed lemon juice, a hint of sweetness, and chilled water, it instantly revitalizes the body and mind, especially on hot summer days.

Rich in vitamin C and natural electrolytes, this humble drink not only keeps you hydrated but also boosts immunity and aids digestion. Whether enjoyed plain, spiced with a pinch of salt and cumin, or enhanced with soda for a fizzy twist, lemon drink remains a classic that never goes out of style.

You may give this Lemon drink almost daily or twice a day. Lemon is strong anti-cancer and cholesterol lowering agents due to the presence of certain compounds called limonins. They also contain phytonutrients like flavonoids which have good antioxidant properties, undo the effects of sun damage and induce collagen repair, it is an anti ageing agent too.

Ingredients:

• Lemon: 1 no.
• Sugar: 8 teaspoon (4 teaspoon per glass)
• Daily use Salt: 1 pinch
• Kala namak (black rock salt): 1 pinch
• Water: 2 glasses
• Ice cube: 8-10 no.

Preparation:

1. Cut the lemon in two pieces, cut one Slice from each piece for decoration, keep aside.

Method:

1. Dissolve the sugar and salt (both type) into a big kettle, dissolve it well.
2. Put it into refrigerator for at least half an hour; take it out, squeezed lemon into it (just before you serve).
3. Decorate with lemon slice and ice cubes.
4. The lemon drink is ready to serve.

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

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