Ingredients
– 2 medium cucumbers for hydration and subtle flavor
– 4 fresh lemons to add tangy citrus brightness
– 1/4 cup honey or agave syrup as a natural sweetener to balance tartness
– 4 cups cold water as the base to dilute and refresh
– A handful of fresh mint leaves for aromatic freshness
Instructions
1-Wash and peel the cucumbers if desired; chop into chunks for easier blending.
2-Juice the lemons carefully, ensuring no seeds fall in, and set aside.
3-Combine cucumber chunks, lemon juice, honey or sweetener, and mint leaves in a blender.
4-Blend until smooth and well mixed, about 1-2 minutes.
5-Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve for a smooth texture, if preferred.
6-Pour the strained liquid into a pitcher, add cold water, and stir thoroughly to combine.
7-Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity as needed, catering to dietary preferences.
8-Chill the cucumber lemonade for at least 30 minutes before serving over ice; garnish with lemon slices or mint sprigs.
Last Step:
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🥒 Use peeled cucumbers to avoid bitterness and achieve smooth flavor.
🍋 Adjust lemon and sugar levels to suit your personal taste preference.
🧊 Serve over plenty of ice for a truly refreshing drink on hot days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending and Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 70 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg