Citrus Mint Sparkler

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A zesty, effervescent punch infused with lemongrass, fresh herbs, and a hint of ginger for a crisp, aromatic finish. This quick recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, pairs lemon juice, fresh lemongrass, fresh mint leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 85 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 4 Global cuisine 85 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a shaker, muddle 2 thinly sliced lemongrass stalks and 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves with 3 tbsp lemon juice and 1 tbsp ginger syrup until fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Strain the mixture into a pitcher. Add 1 cup sparkling water and 1 tbsp orange zest. Stir to combine.
  3. Step 3: Chill for 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional mint leaves and a slice of lemon for a refreshing, herbaceous finish.

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