Step 1

Start by washing all the ingredients thoroughly—this includes the apples, cucumber, lemon, ginger, and mint. Since you’ll be infusing everything with the skins on, make sure they’re nice and clean. Slice the cucumber, lemon, apples, and ginger into thin rounds. Don’t stress if the slices aren’t perfect—what matters is that they’re thin enough to release their flavor quickly into the water.

Step 2

Grab a large glass pitcher and pour in the 2 liters of still water. Then add your slices of cucumber, lemon, red and green apple, followed by the mint leaves and ginger. If you'd like a stronger minty aroma, give the mint leaves a gentle crush between your fingers before adding them in. This helps release their essential oils.

Step 3

Give everything a gentle stir with a long spoon, cover the pitcher, and place it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. For best results, let it infuse overnight—this allows the flavors to meld beautifully and boosts the bloating-reducing benefits.

Step 4

Serve cold, over ice if desired, and enjoy your belly-friendly detox boost!