Cucumber Lime Smoothie
Cool, creamy, and bursting with zesty citrus notes, this Cucumber Lime Smoothie is the ultimate refreshing drink for warm days or post-workout hydration. Featuring a harmonious blend of hydrating cucumber, tangy fresh lime juice, protein-packed Greek yogurt, and a hint of natural sweetness from honey, this recipe is both nutritious and delicious. Fresh mint leaves add an invigorating herbal kick, while ice cubes ensure a frosty, smooth texture. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy smoothie recipe makes two servings of pure refreshment and is perfect for a quick breakfast, snack, or mid-day pick-me-up. Serve chilled and garnish with a sprig of mint or a cucumber slice for an extra touch of elegance. Searching for a healthy drink that's low in calories yet high in flavor? This Cucumber Lime Smoothie has you covered!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 whole Lime
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 6 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 0.5 cup Water
Instructions
Peel the cucumber and cut it into small chunks for easier blending.
Roll the lime on the counter to release its juices, then cut it in half and squeeze out the juice into a small bowl, discarding the seeds.
In a blender, combine the cucumber chunks, lime juice, Greek yogurt, honey, fresh mint leaves, ice cubes, and water.
Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, ensuring no chunks of cucumber or ice remain.
Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness by adding more honey, if desired.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and garnish with additional mint leaves or a thin cucumber slice on the rim, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing flavor!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
274 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 89 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.1 g | ||
| Protein | 17.8 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 245 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 629 mg | 13% | |
*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.
