Lemon Barley Water
Make this refreshing lemon barley water with just 4 simple ingredients! This healthy and cooling drink is nutty in flavor and can be enjoyed either chilled or hot. You can either make it on the stove or in an Instant Pot.
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 80kcal
Ingredients
- ¼ cup pearl barley drained and rinsed
- 5 cups water
- 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2-3 sugar or to taste, omit for the unsweetened version
Instructions
- You can either cook lemon barley water on stove or in an Instant pot.On stove - place barley and water in a soup pot, and bring the mixture to a boil. Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and cook, partly covered, until the water turns cloudy, about 30-40 minutes.Instant pot - Cook water and barley at high pressure for 20 minutes. Once the timer goes off, quick release the pressure.
- You can either strain out the boiled barley or leave it in. Stir in sweetener of choice and lemon juice, and it is ready to be served!
Notes
Helpful tips
- Serving it cold - Lemon barley water can be served cold. Refrigerate it for a couple of hours, and serve it with ice.
- A more concentrated drink - If you prefer your drink to be more concentrated, feel free to reduce the water used to 4 cups.
- Storing leftovers - Leftover barley water can be refrigerated for up to 4 days in glass bottles or tumblers. Serve it cold, or heat it in the microwave or on the stove if you prefer your drink warm.
- Do not throw away boiled barley - Instead, add them to vegetable soup or use them as a stuffing for squashes or bell peppers. Cooked barley can also be added to Buddha bowls and salad (like my romaine avocado salad or tomato cucumber salad).
Nutrition
Calories: 80kcal
