Refreshing Cucumber Lemonade
Quench your thirst and invigorate your senses with this Refreshing Cucumber Lemonade! This vibrant drink combines the crisp, cooling essence of fresh cucumber with the zesty punch of freshly squeezed lemons, balanced perfectly with a touch of sweetness and a hint of salt. Blended and strained for a silky-smooth finish, this lemonade is infused with aromatic fresh mint, making every sip a burst of rejuvenation. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s the ultimate hydrating beverage for sunny days, backyard barbecues, or anytime you need a revitalizing treat. Serve over ice and garnish with cucumber slices and mint for a picture-perfect presentation that’s as refreshing as it is beautiful. Perfect for summer gatherings or a simple, healthy indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Cucumber
- 4 medium Lemon
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 4 cups Water
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 10 fresh Mint leaves
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Wash the cucumber, lemons, and mint leaves thoroughly.
Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into thin rounds. Reserve a couple of slices for garnish.
Juice the lemons into a small bowl to yield about 1/2 cup of fresh lemon juice. Remove any seeds.
In a blender, combine the cucumber slices, lemon juice, granulated sugar, water, and salt. Blend until smooth and no cucumber chunks remain.
Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove the pulp. Discard the solids.
Add the ice cubes to the pitcher and stir well to chill the lemonade.
Tear or crush the mint leaves slightly to release their aroma, then add them to the pitcher and stir gently.
Pour the cucumber lemonade into glasses, garnish with reserved cucumber slices and a sprig of mint, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
508 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 631 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.2 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 112.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 186 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 914 mg | 19% | |
*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.
