A Jaad Thai Cucumber Cool Down
Quench your thirst with the refreshing and vibrant "A Jaad Thai Cucumber Cool Down," a revitalizing beverage inspired by the bold, clean flavors of Thai cuisine. This easy-to-make summer drink combines the cooling essence of fresh cucumber, zesty lime juice, and fragrant mint, sweetened with a homemade simple syrup and topped off with fizzy club soda for a sparkling finish. A subtle pinch of salt enhances the natural flavors, while optional chili flakes add a playful hint of heat. Ready in just 15 minutes, this hydrating drink is perfect for backyard gatherings, an elegant brunch, or simply beating the heat. Serve over ice with garnishes of cucumber slices and mint leaves for a beautifully refreshing presentation that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Cucumber
- 1 medium Lime
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 cup Water
- 2 cups Club soda or sparkling water
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 pinch Chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Peel the cucumber. Slice half the cucumber into thin rounds for garnish, and chop the other half into chunks for blending.
Juice the lime and set aside the juice.
In a small pot over medium heat, combine sugar and water to make a simple syrup. Stir until sugar is dissolved (about 3 minutes), then let cool.
Add the cucumber chunks, lime juice, mint leaves, and a pinch of salt to a blender. Blend until smooth.
Strain the cucumber-mint mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a pitcher, discarding any solids.
Stir the simple syrup into the strained mixture and add the club soda or sparkling water. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
Fill glasses with ice cubes, cucumber rounds, and fresh mint leaves for garnish. Pour the cucumber drink over the ice.
Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of chili flakes on top for a mild kick, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
186 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 307 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.4 g | ||
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 116 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 700 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
