Ginger Cucumber Limeade
Quench your thirst with this refreshing Ginger Cucumber Limeade—a vibrant and zesty drink perfect for hot summer days or anytime you need a revitalizing pick-me-up. Bursting with the crispness of fresh cucumber, the zing of ginger, and the tangy bite of freshly squeezed lime juice, this homemade limeade strikes the perfect balance of sweet and tangy, naturally sweetened with honey or agave syrup. Blended to perfection, then strained for a smooth, refined texture, this cooling beverage is easy to prepare in just 10 minutes. Serve it over ice and finish with a sprig of fresh mint for an elegant touch. Hydration has never been this flavorful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium Fresh cucumber
- 1 inch Fresh ginger
- 4 medium Limes
- 2 tablespoons Honey or agave syrup
- 4 cups Cold water
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 6 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the cucumber and chop it into small chunks.
Peel the ginger and slice it into thin pieces.
Juice the limes, ensuring no seeds are in the juice.
In a blender, combine the chopped cucumber, sliced ginger, lime juice, honey or agave syrup, and 2 cups of cold water.
Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a pitcher to remove pulp and fibers. Press gently with a spoon to extract all the liquid.
Add the remaining 2 cups of cold water to the strained mixture and stir to combine.
Pour the limeade into glasses filled with ice cubes.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
250 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 52 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.1 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.3 g | ||
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 168 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 643 mg | 14% | |
*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.
