Description
This Refreshing Cucumber Lemonade is a perfect summer drink that combines the cooling taste of cucumbers with tangy lemon juice and a hint of mint. It’s easy to make, naturally hydrating, and can be customized with sparkling water or a spicy ginger kick for added zest.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 English cucumbers, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 6 lemons)
- 4 cups cold water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar or to taste
- 1/4 cup packed fresh mint leaves
- Ice cubes as needed
- Cucumber slices for serving
- Lemon slices for serving
Instructions
- Blend the base: Place the peeled and chopped cucumbers, fresh lemon juice, granulated sugar, and 1 cup of cold water into a blender. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth, ensuring all the cucumber pieces have been pureed thoroughly.
- Strain the mixture: Pour the blended liquid through a fine mesh strainer into a large pitcher. Use a spoon or spatula to press the pulp, extracting as much juice as possible from the cucumber and lemon mixture for maximum flavor.
- Mix with remaining water: Add the remaining 3 cups of cold water to the strained juice and stir well. Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar or acidity by adding extra lemon juice if desired.
- Add mint and chill: Incorporate the packed fresh mint leaves into the pitcher, then cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This resting time allows the mint flavor to infuse and the lemonade to chill.
- Serve: Serve the cucumber lemonade over ice cubes in glasses, garnished with fresh cucumber and lemon slices for an extra refreshing presentation.
Notes
- For a sparkling version, replace half of the cold water with chilled sparkling water just before serving.
- Add a small piece of fresh ginger to the blender for a zesty and spicy twist.
- Adjust the amount of sugar according to your preferred tartness level.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
