Apple Refresher
Quench your thirst with the vibrant and revitalizing "Apple Refresher," a delightful drink bursting with natural flavors and health-boosting ingredients. Combining the crisp sweetness of fresh apples, the zesty tang of lemon juice, and a subtle kick of fresh ginger, this chilled beverage is naturally sweetened with honey for the perfect balance of taste and wellness. Effortless to make in just 10 minutes, the recipe blends wholesome ingredients into a smooth, rejuvenating drink that can be strained for a crystal-clear finish and served over ice for maximum refreshment. Whether you garnish it with fresh mint leaves or enjoy it straight-up, this apple refresher is the ideal hydrating treat for any season—perfect for a summer afternoon or as a nutritious, energizing beverage year-round.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized apple
- 1 small lemon
- 1 inch fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cups cold water
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 5 leaves mint leaves (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Wash the apples, lemon, and ginger thoroughly to remove any dirt or wax coating.
Core the apples and cut them into chunks to make them easier to blend.
Peel the ginger and chop it into smaller pieces if needed.
Juice the lemon using a citrus juicer or by hand, and set the juice aside.
In a blender, place the apple chunks, ginger, lemon juice, honey, and cold water.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth.
Strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a pitcher to remove any pulp, if desired.
Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and pour the strained apple refresher over the ice.
Optional: Garnish each glass with a sprig of mint leaves for added aroma and visual appeal.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing apple cooler!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
375 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 23 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.3 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 79.9 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 61 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 528 mg | 11% | |
*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.
